Och - Dhira, Kangra
Och is a village situated in the Dhira tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Dheera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Och village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Och is 011186. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 176101 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Och village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Och
As per Census 2011, Och village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 47 males and 57 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,212 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Och are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Och
Och 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
Och is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Och.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Och is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Och
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Och village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Och
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Och
Where is Och located?
Och village is located in Dhira Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Och?
The Gram Panchayat of Och is Dheera.
What is the pincode of Och?
The pincode of Och is 176101.
What is the population of Och?
Och has a total population of 104, including 47 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Och?
There are 24 households in Och.
What is the literacy rate in Och?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Och is 78.85%. Male literacy is 80.85% and female literacy is 77.19%.