Hoochak

Hoochak is a village located in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Banihal (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Ramban. As per 2009 stats, Hochak is the gram panchayat of Hoochak village.

Hoochak has its own place in the vibrant Ramban 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 Hoochak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hoochak is 004545. The village spans a total geographical area of 537 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182146. Banihal is nearest town to Hoochak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Hoochak

Below is a concise population overview of Hoochak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,111 1,603 1,508
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 691 366 325
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 8 6
Literate Population 1,257 912 345
Illiterate Population 1,854 691 1,163

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hoochak village:

  • The total population of Hoochak village is around 3,111, including approximately 1,603 males and 1,508 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 691 children aged 0–6 years in Hoochak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hoochak village has 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hoochak village is about 40.41%, with male literacy at 56.89% and female literacy at 22.88%.
  • There are around 594 households in Hoochak village.

Connectivity of Hoochak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hoochak. As per the 2011 stats, Hoochak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Hoochak

Knowing the nearby villages of Hoochak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hoochak.

Neel Pogal Alanbas Sojmatna Panchal Bhangara Paristan Seripati Forest Block Shagan Bhajmasta

Frequently Asked Questions about Hoochak

Where is Hoochak located?
Hoochak village is situated in Banihal Tehsil, within the Ramban district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hoochak?
The Gram Panchayat of Hoochak is Hochak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hoochak?
The pincode of Hoochak is 182146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hoochak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hoochak is 3,111, with 1,603 males and 1,508 females.
How many households are there in Hoochak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hoochak village has a total of 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hoochak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hoochak is 40.41%. The male literacy rate is 56.89%, while the female literacy rate is 22.88%.