Choknar

Choknar is a village located in Bakavand tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Bakawand (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Choknar village is also a gram panchayat.

Choknar has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Choknar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Choknar is 449398. The village spans a total geographical area of 535.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494224. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Choknar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Choknar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 759 354 405
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 114 46 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 496 231 265
Literate Population 314 190 124
Illiterate Population 445 164 281

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

  • The total population of Choknar village is around 759, including approximately 354 males and 405 females, with a sex ratio of 1144 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Choknar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Choknar village has 496 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Choknar village is about 41.37%, with male literacy at 53.67% and female literacy at 30.62%.
  • There are around 183 households in Choknar village.

Connectivity of Choknar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Choknar

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

Chhotejirakhal Maretha Farasara Chhindgaon Dimrapal Jaibel Barejirakhal Garenga Tempalkomar Satosa

Frequently Asked Questions about Choknar

Where is Choknar located?
Choknar village is situated in Bakavand Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choknar?
Choknar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Choknar?
The pincode of Choknar is 494224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Choknar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Choknar is 759, with 354 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Choknar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Choknar village has a total of 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choknar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Choknar is 41.37%. The male literacy rate is 53.67%, while the female literacy rate is 30.62%.