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.
Here you can discover what makes Gochar unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Gochar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Gochar
Population of Gochar
According to the 2011 Census, Gochar has a total population of about 912, with approximately 468 males and 444 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 338 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.90%, with male literacy at about 72.22% and female literacy near 59.23%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gochar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.