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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Och Kalan village had a total population of 352 people, including 161 males and 191 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,186 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.93%, with male literacy at 91.54% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 352 | 161 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 352, including 161 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Och Kalan?
Och Kalan had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Och Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Och Kalan was 78.93%. Male literacy was 91.54% and female literacy was 69.23%.