Gohchar
Gohchar is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gohchar village is also a gram panchayat.
Gohchar has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur 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 Gohchar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gohchar is 490484. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.42 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Gohchar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gohchar 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gohchar
Population of Gohchar
Below is a concise population overview of Gohchar 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 | 961 | 503 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 190 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 385 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 118 | 176 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gohchar village:
- The total population of Gohchar village is around 961, including approximately 503 males and 458 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Gohchar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gohchar village has 355 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gohchar village is about 69.41%, with male literacy at 76.54% and female literacy at 61.57%.
- There are around 227 households in Gohchar village.
Connectivity of Gohchar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gohchar. As per the 2011 stats, Gohchar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gohchar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gohchar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gohchar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gohchar
- Where is Gohchar located?
- Gohchar village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gohchar?
- Gohchar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gohchar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gohchar is 961, with 503 males and 458 females.
- How many households are there in Gohchar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gohchar village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gohchar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gohchar is 69.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.54%, while the female literacy rate is 61.57%.