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.
Here you can discover what makes Rokel unique in its vibrant Chhindgarh-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Rokel’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Rokel has a total population of about 1,946, with approximately 906 males and 1,040 females. The sex ratio is around 1147 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 307 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,653. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.77%, with male literacy at about 47.46% and female literacy near 29.33%. There are around 469 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rokel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.