Onch - Dhira, Kangra
Onch is a village situated in the Dhira tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khas Gagal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Onch village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Onch is 011187. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.88 hectares and falls under the 176101 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Onch 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 Onch
As per Census 2011, Onch village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 124 males and 143 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Onch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 124 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 99 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 25 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Onch
Onch 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 Onch
Onch 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 Onch.
| 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 Onch is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Onch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Onch village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Onch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Onch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Onch
Where is Onch located?
Onch village is located in Dhira Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Onch?
The Gram Panchayat of Onch is Khas Gagal.
What is the pincode of Onch?
The pincode of Onch is 176101.
What is the population of Onch?
Onch has a total population of 267, including 124 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Onch?
There are 62 households in Onch.
What is the literacy rate in Onch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Onch is 74.16%. Male literacy is 79.84% and female literacy is 69.23%.