Kachra
Kachra is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kachra village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Santrapur is the gram panchayat of Kachra village.
Here you can discover what makes Kachra unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kachra’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 Kachra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachra is 343683. The village spans a total geographical area of 9.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kachra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Kachra
Population of Kachra
According to the 2011 Census, Kachra has a total population of about 285, with approximately 146 males and 139 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 84 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 69.12%, with male literacy at about 80.82% and female literacy near 56.83%. There are around 62 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kachra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 197 | 118 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 28 | 60 |
Connectivity of Kachra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachra. As per the 2011 stats, Kachra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kachra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kachra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kachra
- Where is Kachra located?
- Kachra village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kachra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kachra is Santrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kachra?
- The pincode of Kachra is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kachra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachra is 285, with 146 males and 139 females.
- How many households are there in Kachra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kachra village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kachra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachra is 69.12%. The male literacy rate is 80.82%, while the female literacy rate is 56.83%.