Rokel
Rokel is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Rokel village is also a gram panchayat.
Rokel has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Rokel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rokel is 450600. The village spans a total geographical area of 2334.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494111. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Rokel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rokel 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Rokel
Population of Rokel
Below is a concise population overview of Rokel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,946 | 906 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 137 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,653 | 761 | 892 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 430 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,211 | 476 | 735 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rokel village:
- The total population of Rokel village is around 1,946, including approximately 906 males and 1,040 females, with a sex ratio of 1147 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 307 children aged 0–6 years in Rokel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rokel village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,653 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Rokel village is about 37.77%, with male literacy at 47.46% and female literacy at 29.33%.
- There are around 469 households in Rokel village.
Connectivity of Rokel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rokel. As per the 2011 stats, Rokel 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rokel
Knowing the nearby villages of Rokel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rokel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rokel
- Where is Rokel located?
- Rokel village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rokel?
- Rokel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rokel?
- The pincode of Rokel is 494111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rokel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rokel is 1,946, with 906 males and 1,040 females.
- How many households are there in Rokel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rokel village has a total of 469 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rokel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rokel is 37.77%. The male literacy rate is 47.46%, while the female literacy rate is 29.33%.