Gochar

Gochar is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gochar village is also a gram panchayat.

Gochar has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar 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 Gochar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gochar is 038341. The village spans a total geographical area of 322 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140118. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Gochar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gochar

Below is a concise population overview of Gochar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 912 468 444
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 118 59 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 338 176 162
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 601 338 263
Illiterate Population 311 130 181

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gochar village:

  • The total population of Gochar village is around 912, including approximately 468 males and 444 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Gochar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gochar village has 338 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gochar village is about 65.90%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 59.23%.
  • There are around 179 households in Gochar village.

Connectivity of Gochar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gochar. As per the 2011 stats, Gochar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gochar

Knowing the nearby villages of Gochar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gochar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gochar

Where is Gochar located?
Gochar village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochar?
Gochar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gochar?
The pincode of Gochar is 140118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gochar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gochar is 912, with 468 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Gochar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gochar village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gochar is 65.90%. The male literacy rate is 72.22%, while the female literacy rate is 59.23%.