Kachara - Begunia, Khordha
Kachara is a village situated in the Begunia tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Begunia and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Kantabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachara is 407148. The village falls under the 752062 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kachara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachara
According to the 2011 Census, Kachara village had a total population of 438 people, including 220 males and 218 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.12%, with male literacy at 90.86% and female literacy at 79.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 220 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 179 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 41 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kachara
Kachara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kachara
Public transport in the Kachara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khordha to Kachara is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Kachara is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kachara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kachara
Where is Kachara located?
Kachara village is located in Begunia Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachara is Kantabada.
What is the pincode of Kachara?
The pincode of Kachara is 752062.
What is the population of Kachara?
Kachara had a total population of 438, including 220 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Kachara?
Kachara had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachara was 85.12%. Male literacy was 90.86% and female literacy was 79.03%.