Boching - Tikken, Mandi
Boching is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Mandi. Vardhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boching village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boching is 013010. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.25 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Boching village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boching
As per Census 2011, Boching village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 160 males and 163 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boching are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 160 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 105 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 55 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Boching
Boching 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 Boching
Boching 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 Mandi to Boching is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boching
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boching village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boching
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boching 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boching
Where is Boching located?
Boching village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boching?
The Gram Panchayat of Boching is Vardhan.
What is the pincode of Boching?
The pincode of Boching is 175013.
What is the population of Boching?
Boching has a total population of 323, including 160 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Boching?
There are 61 households in Boching.
What is the literacy rate in Boching?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boching is 55.42%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 45.40%.