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.

Ochai has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Ochai

Below is a concise population overview of Ochai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ochai village:

  • The total population of Ochai village is around 1,417, including approximately 702 males and 715 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Ochai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ochai village has 249 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 508 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ochai village is about 73.18%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 67.97%.
  • There are around 364 households in Ochai village.

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)
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%.