Moch - Rey, Kangra
Moch is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 104 km from Dharmsala. Nangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moch village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moch is 008841. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.94 hectares and falls under the 176053 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Moch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moch
As per Census 2011, Moch village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 66 males and 64 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 32 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 17 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Moch
Moch 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 Moch
Moch 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 Moch is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moch 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 Moch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moch 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 Moch
Where is Moch located?
Moch village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moch?
The Gram Panchayat of Moch is Nangal.
What is the pincode of Moch?
The pincode of Moch is 176053.
What is the population of Moch?
Moch has a total population of 130, including 66 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Moch?
There are 27 households in Moch.
What is the literacy rate in Moch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moch is 75.38%. Male literacy is 74.24% and female literacy is 76.56%.