Kachan
Kachan is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.2km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Kachan village. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur is the gram panchayat of Kachan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kachan unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kachan’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 Kachan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachan is 309850. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733134. Raigong is nearest town to Kachan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Kachan
Population of Kachan
According to the 2011 Census, Kachan has a total population of about 645, with approximately 346 males and 299 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.64%, with male literacy at about 65.61% and female literacy near 59.20%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kachan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 346 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 404 | 227 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 119 | 122 |
Connectivity of Kachan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachan. As per the 2011 stats, Kachan 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kachan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kachan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kachan
- Where is Kachan located?
- Kachan village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kachan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kachan is Bishnupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kachan?
- The pincode of Kachan is 733134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kachan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachan is 645, with 346 males and 299 females.
- How many households are there in Kachan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kachan village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kachan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachan is 62.64%. The male literacy rate is 65.61%, while the female literacy rate is 59.20%.