Zhuocao Township

Zhuocao Township is a township in Shaodong, Hunan, China. As of the 2017 census it had a population of 18,949 and an area of 47.74 km2. It is known for Chinese herbal medicine and has been hailed as "Medicine town in central Hunan".

History
In 1950 it belonged to Lianqiao District. It was renamed "Zhuocao People's Commune" in 1958. It was incorporated as a township in 1984.

Administrative division
As of 2017, the township is divided into twenty-nine villages:
 * Shangzhuo
 * Shiping
 * Xinpu
 * Yaojia
 * Luofu
 * Shizi
 * Xinkui
 * Shaping
 * Tanshu
 * Zishan
 * Ma'antang
 * Huangni'ao
 * Yanquan
 * Mukouba
 * Hetangping
 * Ditang
 * Wanfu
 * Hutiantang
 * Chongshan
 * Ouping
 * Lijia
 * Yejiping
 * Tangjialing
 * Longtan
 * Changliu
 * Caidaping
 * Zaitang
 * Yuanjia
 * Wutong

Geography
The highest point in the township is Zhupo Mountain which stands 681 m above sea level.

Luoshuiyan Reservoir is a reservoir in the township. The lake provides drinking water and water for irrigation.

Economy
The local economy is primarily based upon Chinese herbal medicine and fruits.

Attractions
Three public parks are located in the township: Yanquan Park, Liu'an Park and Xiashan Park.