Och Khurad - Alampur, Kangra
Och Khurad 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 Khurad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Och Khurad is 011328. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.8 hectares and falls under the 176082 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Och Khurad 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 Khurad
As per Census 2011, Och Khurad village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 87 males and 89 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 51 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Och Khurad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Och Khurad
Och Khurad 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 Khurad
Och Khurad 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 Khurad 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 Khurad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Och Khurad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Och Khurad
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 Khurad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Och Khurad
Where is Och Khurad located?
Och Khurad village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Och Khurad?
The Gram Panchayat of Och Khurad is Kuhan.
What is the pincode of Och Khurad?
The pincode of Och Khurad is 176082.
What is the population of Och Khurad?
Och Khurad has a total population of 176, including 87 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Och Khurad?
There are 41 households in Och Khurad.
What is the literacy rate in Och Khurad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Och Khurad is 71.02%. Male literacy is 77.01% and female literacy is 65.17%.