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.

Kachan has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kachan

Below is a concise population overview of Kachan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kachan village:

  • The total population of Kachan village is around 645, including approximately 346 males and 299 females, with a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Kachan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kachan village is about 62.64%, with male literacy at 65.61% and female literacy at 59.20%.
  • There are around 119 households in Kachan village.

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.

Kastarai Basudebpur Bolkundi Sitalpur Titihi Madhabpur Joyrambati Turibar Surangapur Atrai Rampur

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%.