Chok - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Chok is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Palitana and around 85 km from Bhavnagar. Chok-chokiyapati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chok village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chok is 516541. The village covers a total geographical area of 1510.28 hectares and falls under the 364510 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chok
According to the 2011 Census, Chok village had a total population of 1,833 people, including 975 males and 858 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.15%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 64.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,833 | 975 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 180 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 708 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 267 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Chok
Chok is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chok
Chok is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Chok is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Chok is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chok village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chok
Where is Chok located?
Chok village is located in Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chok?
The Gram Panchayat of Chok is Chok-chokiyapati.
What is the pincode of Chok?
The pincode of Chok is 364510.
What is the population of Chok?
Chok had a total population of 1,833, including 975 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Chok?
Chok had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chok was 77.15%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 64.15%.