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
As per Census 2011, Gochharan village has a total population of 811 people, consisting of 416 males and 395 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gochharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 416 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| 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 has a total population of 811, including 416 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Gochharan?
There are 128 households in Gochharan.
What is the literacy rate in Gochharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gochharan is 54.50%. Male literacy is 63.70% and female literacy is 44.81%.