Kachna - Islampur, Uttar Dinajpur
Kachna is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 76.1 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Gaisal-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachna is 309022. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.39 hectares and falls under the 733202 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kachna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raiganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachna
As per Census 2011, Kachna village has a total population of 4,809 people, consisting of 2,446 males and 2,363 females. The village has 892 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 809 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,327 literate and 2,482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 996 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,809 | 2,446 | 2,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 809 | 421 | 388 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 996 | 509 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,327 | 1,312 | 1,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,482 | 1,134 | 1,348 |
Nearby Villages of Kachna
Kachna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Mankadanga | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Gaisal | West | 1.92 km |
| Ojhapokhar | South | 1.95 km |
| Daulatpur | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Alipur | South | 2.06 km |
| Rohia | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Rampur | East | 2.25 km |
| Purba Mankadanga | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Sabudanga | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Dhantola | North | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kachna
Public transport in the Kachna is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gaisal, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Kachna is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Kachna is about 76.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kachna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachna
Where is Kachna located?
Kachna village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachna?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachna is Gaisal-i.
What is the pincode of Kachna?
The pincode of Kachna is 733202.
What is the population of Kachna?
Kachna has a total population of 4,809, including 2,446 males and 2,363 females.
How many households are there in Kachna?
There are 892 households in Kachna.
What is the literacy rate in Kachna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachna is 48.39%. Male literacy is 53.64% and female literacy is 42.95%.