Gocharan
About Gocharan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gocharan village is 333956. Gocharan village is located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 34.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Gocharan village.
The total geographical area of village is 53.29 hectares. Gocharan has a total population of 1,147 peoples, out of which male population is 585 while female population is 562. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gocharan village is 58.67% out of which 65.47% males and 51.60% females are literate. There are about 281 houses in gocharan village. Pincode of gocharan village locality is 743391.
When it comes to administration, Gocharan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gocharan village comes under Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency. Baruipur is nearest town to gocharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Gocharan
The population details of Gocharan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,147 | 585 | 562 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 580 | 304 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 673 | 383 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 202 | 272 |
Connectivity of Gocharan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gocharan
Where is Gocharan located?
Gocharan village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gocharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gocharan is Shankarpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gocharan?
The pincode of Gocharan is 743391, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gocharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gocharan is 1,147, with 585 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Gocharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gocharan village has a total of 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gocharan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gocharan is 58.67%. The male literacy rate is 65.47%, while the female literacy rate is 51.60%.