Kochik
About Kochik
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kochik village is 001061. Kochik village is located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Sankoo (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Kochik village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 50.2 hectares. Kochik has a total population of 316 peoples, out of which male population is 178 while female population is 138. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 775 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kochik village is 52.53% out of which 62.36% males and 39.86% females are literate. There are about 41 houses in kochik village.
When it comes to administration, Kochik village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kochik village comes under Kargil Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency. Kargil is nearest town to kochik village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
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Population of Kochik
The population details of Kochik cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 178 | 138 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 111 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 67 | 83 |
Connectivity of Kochik
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kochik
Where is Kochik located?
Kochik village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kochik?
Kochik serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kochik as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kochik is 316, with 178 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kochik as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kochik village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kochik as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kochik is 52.53%. The male literacy rate is 62.36%, while the female literacy rate is 39.86%.