Ochai
Ochai is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 14.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Polba is the gram panchayat of Ochai village.
Here you can discover what makes Ochai unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Ochai’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 Ochai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ochai is 325171. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.56 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Ochai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ochai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ochai
Population of Ochai
According to the 2011 Census, Ochai has a total population of about 1,417, with approximately 702 males and 715 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 249 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 508. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.18%, with male literacy at about 78.49% and female literacy near 67.97%. There are around 364 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ochai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,417 | 702 | 715 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 245 | 263 |
Literate Population | 1,037 | 551 | 486 |
Illiterate Population | 380 | 151 | 229 |
Connectivity of Ochai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ochai. As per the 2011 stats, Ochai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ochai
Knowing the nearby villages of Ochai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ochai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ochai
- Where is Ochai located?
- Ochai village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ochai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ochai is Polba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ochai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ochai is 1,417, with 702 males and 715 females.
- How many households are there in Ochai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ochai village has a total of 364 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ochai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ochai is 73.18%. The male literacy rate is 78.49%, while the female literacy rate is 67.97%.