Gochar - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Gochar is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Daslehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gochar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gochar is 019289. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.06 hectares and falls under the 174030 pincode. Talai is the nearest town.
Gochar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gochar
As per Census 2011, Gochar village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 366 males and 336 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gochar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 366 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 323 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 43 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Gochar
Gochar 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 Gochar
Gochar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Gochar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gochar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gochar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gochar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gochar 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 Gochar
Where is Gochar located?
Gochar village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gochar is Daslehra.
What is the pincode of Gochar?
The pincode of Gochar is 174030.
What is the population of Gochar?
Gochar has a total population of 702, including 366 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Gochar?
There are 133 households in Gochar.
What is the literacy rate in Gochar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochar is 83.62%. Male literacy is 88.25% and female literacy is 78.57%.