Och Kalan - Alampur, Kangra
Och Kalan is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Kuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Och Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Och Kalan is 011329. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.8 hectares and falls under the 176098 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Och Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Och Kalan
As per Census 2011, Och Kalan village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 161 males and 191 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,186 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Och Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 161 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 119 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 42 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Och Kalan
Och Kalan 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 Och Kalan
Och Kalan 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 Dharmsala to Och Kalan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Och Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Och Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Och Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Och Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Och Kalan
Where is Och Kalan located?
Och Kalan village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Och Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Och Kalan is Kuhan.
What is the pincode of Och Kalan?
The pincode of Och Kalan is 176098.
What is the population of Och Kalan?
Och Kalan has a total population of 352, including 161 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Och Kalan?
There are 84 households in Och Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Och Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Och Kalan is 67.05%. Male literacy is 73.91% and female literacy is 61.26%.