Chochar - Indora, Kangra
Chochar is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Baleer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chochar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chochar is 008689. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 176403 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Chochar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chochar
According to the 2011 Census, Chochar village had a total population of 138 people, including 63 males and 75 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.25%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 77.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 138 | 63 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 10 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Chochar
Chochar 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 Chochar
Chochar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chochar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chochar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chochar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chochar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chochar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chochar
Where is Chochar located?
Chochar village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chochar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chochar is Baleer.
What is the pincode of Chochar?
The pincode of Chochar is 176403.
What is the population of Chochar?
Chochar had a total population of 138, including 63 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Chochar?
Chochar had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chochar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chochar was 85.25%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 77.94%.