Gaurang Kocha
Gaurang Kocha is a village located in Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ichakgarh (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Seraikela. As per 2009 stats, Gourangkocha is the gram panchayat of Gaurang Kocha village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaurang Kocha unique in its vibrant Ichagarh-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Gaurang Kocha’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 Gaurang Kocha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaurang Kocha is 378967. The village spans a total geographical area of 617 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832403. Jamsedpur is nearest town to Gaurang Kocha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gaurang Kocha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaurang Kocha
Population of Gaurang Kocha
According to the 2011 Census, Gaurang Kocha has a total population of about 2,466, with approximately 1,241 males and 1,225 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 407 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 922. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.34%, with male literacy at about 67.93% and female literacy near 46.61%. There are around 525 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaurang Kocha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,466 | 1,241 | 1,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 223 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 922 | 445 | 477 |
| Literate Population | 1,414 | 843 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 398 | 654 |
Connectivity of Gaurang Kocha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaurang Kocha. As per the 2011 stats, Gaurang Kocha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaurang Kocha
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaurang Kocha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaurang Kocha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaurang Kocha
- Where is Gaurang Kocha located?
- Gaurang Kocha village is situated in Ichagarh Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaurang Kocha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaurang Kocha is Gourangkocha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaurang Kocha?
- The pincode of Gaurang Kocha is 832403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaurang Kocha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaurang Kocha is 2,466, with 1,241 males and 1,225 females.
- How many households are there in Gaurang Kocha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaurang Kocha village has a total of 525 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaurang Kocha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaurang Kocha is 57.34%. The male literacy rate is 67.93%, while the female literacy rate is 46.61%.