Balochohan - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Balochohan is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Ballo Chouhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balochohan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balochohan is 031197. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Balochohan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balochohan
According to the 2011 Census, Balochohan village had a total population of 315 people, including 158 males and 157 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.16%, with male literacy at 89.21% and female literacy at 77.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 315 | 158 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 124 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 34 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Balochohan
Balochohan 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 Balochohan
Balochohan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balochohan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Balochohan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balochohan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balochohan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balochohan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balochohan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balochohan
Where is Balochohan located?
Balochohan village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balochohan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balochohan is Ballo Chouhan.
What is the pincode of Balochohan?
The pincode of Balochohan is 144211.
What is the population of Balochohan?
Balochohan had a total population of 315, including 158 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Balochohan?
Balochohan had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balochohan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balochohan was 83.16%. Male literacy was 89.21% and female literacy was 77.40%.