Chochna - Gurdaspur
Chochna is a village situated in the Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurdaspur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Chochna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chochna is 028461. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 143527 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Chochna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Qadian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chochna
As per Census 2011, Chochna village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 143 males and 147 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chochna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 39 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chochna
Chochna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chochna
Chochna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Chochna is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chochna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chochna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chochna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chochna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chochna
Where is Chochna located?
Chochna village is located in Gurdaspur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chochna?
Chochna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chochna?
The pincode of Chochna is 143527.
What is the population of Chochna?
Chochna has a total population of 290, including 143 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Chochna?
There are 48 households in Chochna.
What is the literacy rate in Chochna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chochna is 71.03%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 69.39%.