Kachana
Kachana is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kachana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kachana unique in its vibrant Didihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Kachana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kachana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachana is 049332. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 252542. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Kachana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Kachana
Population of Kachana
According to the 2011 Census, Kachana has a total population of about 241, with approximately 106 males and 135 females. The sex ratio is around 1273 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.91%, with male literacy at about 87.74% and female literacy near 75.56%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kachana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 106 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 195 | 93 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 13 | 33 |
Connectivity of Kachana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachana. As per the 2011 stats, Kachana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kachana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kachana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kachana
- Where is Kachana located?
- Kachana village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kachana?
- Kachana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kachana?
- The pincode of Kachana is 252542, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kachana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachana is 241, with 106 males and 135 females.
- How many households are there in Kachana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kachana village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kachana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachana is 80.91%. The male literacy rate is 87.74%, while the female literacy rate is 75.56%.