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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Moch village had a total population of 130 people, including 66 males and 64 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.73%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 84.48%.
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 | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 130, including 66 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Moch?
Moch had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moch was 86.73%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 84.48%.