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
According to the 2011 Census, Chochna village had a total population of 290 people, including 143 males and 147 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.93%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 76.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 290, including 143 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Chochna?
Chochna had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chochna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chochna was 78.93%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 76.69%.