Bocha - Mundra, Kachchh
Bocha is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Karagoga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bocha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bocha is 507298. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.39 hectares and falls under the 370415 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bocha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bocha
According to the 2011 Census, Bocha village had a total population of 200 people, including 104 males and 96 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.95%, with male literacy at 82.42% and female literacy at 59.09%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 75 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Bocha
Bocha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bocha
Bocha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bocha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundra to Bocha is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Bocha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bocha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bocha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bocha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bocha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bocha
Where is Bocha located?
Bocha village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bocha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bocha is Karagoga.
What is the pincode of Bocha?
The pincode of Bocha is 370415.
What is the population of Bocha?
Bocha had a total population of 200, including 104 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Bocha?
Bocha had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bocha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bocha was 70.95%. Male literacy was 82.42% and female literacy was 59.09%.