Chokar

Chokar is a village located in Amarpur subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Amarpur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Salempur is the gram panchayat of Chokar village.

Chokar has its own place in the vibrant Banka 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 Chokar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chokar is 240684. The village spans a total geographical area of 55 hectares. Amarpur is nearest town to Chokar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Chokar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 308 159 149
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 20 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 79 51 28
Illiterate Population 229 108 121

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

  • The total population of Chokar village is around 308, including approximately 159 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Chokar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Chokar village is about 25.65%, with male literacy at 32.08% and female literacy at 18.79%.
  • There are around 71 households in Chokar village.

Connectivity of Chokar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chokar. As per the 2011 stats, Chokar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chokar

Knowing the nearby villages of Chokar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chokar.

Kanjhia Majhgain Arazi Patwe Morawan Balesar Chak Ghogha Bishunpur Kathail Semarpur Rampur Fatehpur Rampur Inglis

Frequently Asked Questions about Chokar

Where is Chokar located?
Chokar village is situated in Amarpur Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chokar is Salempur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chokar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokar is 308, with 159 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Chokar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chokar village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokar is 25.65%. The male literacy rate is 32.08%, while the female literacy rate is 18.79%.