Rochhera - Pithoragarh
Rochhera is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Marmanley serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rochhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rochhera is 050382. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.28 hectares and falls under the 262529 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rochhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rochhera
As per Census 2011, Rochhera village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 48 males and 59 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,229 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rochhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 6 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Rochhera
Rochhera 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 Rochhera
Public transport in the Rochhera is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Rochhera is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rochhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rochhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rochhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rochhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rochhera
Where is Rochhera located?
Rochhera village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rochhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Rochhera is Marmanley.
What is the pincode of Rochhera?
The pincode of Rochhera is 262529.
What is the population of Rochhera?
Rochhera has a total population of 107, including 48 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Rochhera?
There are 35 households in Rochhera.
What is the literacy rate in Rochhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rochhera is 69.16%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 54.24%.