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.
Here you can discover what makes Ochhad unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Ochhad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Ochhad has a total population of about 3,585, with approximately 2,019 males and 1,566 females. The sex ratio is around 775 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 558 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 809. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.33%, with male literacy at about 75.04% and female literacy near 41.38%. There are around 579 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ochhad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.