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
According to the 2011 Census, Boching village had a total population of 323 people, including 160 males and 163 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.57%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 53.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
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 | 323 | 160 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 323, including 160 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Boching?
Boching had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boching?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boching was 65.57%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 53.62%.