Kachan - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Kachan is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Kachan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachan is 214170. The village covers a total geographical area of 896.68 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Kachan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachan
As per Census 2011, Kachan village has a total population of 2,907 people, consisting of 1,518 males and 1,389 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 899 literate and 2,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,594 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,907 | 1,518 | 1,389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 325 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 204 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,594 | 826 | 768 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 572 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,008 | 946 | 1,062 |
Nearby Villages of Kachan
Kachan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhan Diha | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Dewari | East | 3.91 km |
| Shishawa | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Banamahari | West | 4.47 km |
| Karakori | North | 4.50 km |
| Bhaluhi | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Harhori | North | 5.28 km |
| Kirwil | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Patkhirana | South-West | 5.92 km |
| Mewarpur | North-East | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kachan
Kachan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Kachan is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kachan
Where is Kachan located?
Kachan village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachan?
Kachan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kachan?
The pincode of Kachan is 231208.
What is the population of Kachan?
Kachan has a total population of 2,907, including 1,518 males and 1,389 females.
How many households are there in Kachan?
There are 529 households in Kachan.
What is the literacy rate in Kachan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachan is 30.93%. Male literacy is 37.68% and female literacy is 23.54%.