Ochhad
Ochhad is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Uchhad is the gram panchayat of Ochhad village.
Ochhad has its own place in the vibrant Punch region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ochhad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ochhad is 001179. The village spans a total geographical area of 997 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Ochhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Ochhad
Population of Ochhad
Below is a concise population overview of Ochhad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 3,585 | 2,019 | 1,566 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 558 | 286 | 272 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 40 | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 809 | 385 | 424 |
Literate Population | 2,163 | 1,515 | 648 |
Illiterate Population | 1,422 | 504 | 918 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ochhad village:
- The total population of Ochhad village is around 3,585, including approximately 2,019 males and 1,566 females, with a sex ratio of 775 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 558 children aged 0–6 years in Ochhad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ochhad village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 809 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ochhad village is about 60.33%, with male literacy at 75.04% and female literacy at 41.38%.
- There are around 579 households in Ochhad village.
Connectivity of Ochhad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ochhad. As per the 2011 stats, Ochhad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ochhad
Knowing the nearby villages of Ochhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ochhad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ochhad
- Where is Ochhad located?
- Ochhad village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ochhad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ochhad is Uchhad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ochhad?
- The pincode of Ochhad is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ochhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ochhad is 3,585, with 2,019 males and 1,566 females.
- How many households are there in Ochhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ochhad village has a total of 579 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ochhad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ochhad is 60.33%. The male literacy rate is 75.04%, while the female literacy rate is 41.38%.