Kochada - Dasada, Surendranagar
Kochada is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Kochada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kochada is 512118. The village covers a total geographical area of 1460.28 hectares and falls under the 363765 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kochada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kochada
As per Census 2011, Kochada village has a total population of 1,286 people, consisting of 658 males and 628 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,031 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kochada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,286 | 658 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 143 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 569 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 89 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Kochada
Kochada 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 Kochada
Public transport in the Kochada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patdi to Kochada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Kochada is about 76 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 Kochada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kochada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kochada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kochada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kochada
Where is Kochada located?
Kochada village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kochada?
Kochada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kochada?
The pincode of Kochada is 363765.
What is the population of Kochada?
Kochada has a total population of 1,286, including 658 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Kochada?
There are 271 households in Kochada.
What is the literacy rate in Kochada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kochada is 80.17%. Male literacy is 86.47% and female literacy is 73.57%.