Gochharan - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Gochharan is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Gochharan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gochharan is 186197. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.44 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Bansgaon is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Gochharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gochharan
According to the 2011 Census, Gochharan village had a total population of 811 people, including 416 males and 395 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.32%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 50.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 811 | 416 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 265 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 151 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Gochharan
Gochharan 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 Gochharan
Gochharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bansgaon to Gochharan is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Gochharan is about 35 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 Gochharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gochharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gochharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gochharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gochharan
Where is Gochharan located?
Gochharan village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gochharan?
Gochharan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gochharan?
The pincode of Gochharan is 273016.
What is the population of Gochharan?
Gochharan had a total population of 811, including 416 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Gochharan?
Gochharan had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gochharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochharan was 63.32%. Male literacy was 76.15% and female literacy was 50.57%.