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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gochar village had a total population of 702 people, including 366 males and 336 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.45%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 86.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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 had a total population of 702, including 366 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Gochar?
Gochar had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochar was 90.45%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 86.27%.