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 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 Khurad
According to the 2011 Census, Och Khurad village had a total population of 176 people, including 87 males and 89 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.64%, with male literacy at 83.75% and female literacy at 71.60%.
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 | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 176, including 87 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Och Khurad?
Och Khurad had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Och Khurad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Och Khurad was 77.64%. Male literacy was 83.75% and female literacy was 71.60%.