Och Khurd
Och Khurd is a village located in Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Jaisinghpur. Jaisinghpur is the sub-district headquarter of Och Khurd village. As per 2009 stats, Kuhan is the gram panchayat of Och Khurd village.
Here you can discover what makes Och Khurd unique in its vibrant Jaisinghpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Och Khurd’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Och Khurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Och Khurd is 011328. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176098. Tira Sujanpur is nearest town to Och Khurd village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Och Khurd village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Och Khurd
Population of Och Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Och Khurd has a total population of about 176, with approximately 87 males and 89 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.02%, with male literacy at about 77.01% and female literacy near 65.17%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Och Khurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Connectivity of Och Khurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Och Khurd. As per the 2011 stats, Och Khurd had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Och Khurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Och Khurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Och Khurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Och Khurd
- Where is Och Khurd located?
- Och Khurd village is situated in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Och Khurd?
- The Gram Panchayat of Och Khurd is Kuhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Och Khurd?
- The pincode of Och Khurd is 176098, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Och Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Och Khurd is 176, with 87 males and 89 females.
- How many households are there in Och Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Och Khurd village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Och Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Och Khurd is 71.02%. The male literacy rate is 77.01%, while the female literacy rate is 65.17%.