Chokva
Chokva is a village located in Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mahuva (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Chokva village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chokva unique in its vibrant Mahuva-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Chokva’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 Chokva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chokva is 516747. The village spans a total geographical area of 422.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364295. Mahuva is nearest town to Chokva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chokva 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 Mahuva Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chokva
Population of Chokva
According to the 2011 Census, Chokva has a total population of about 1,515, with approximately 758 males and 757 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.53%, with male literacy at about 71.24% and female literacy near 49.80%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chokva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,515 | 758 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 917 | 540 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 218 | 380 |
Connectivity of Chokva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chokva. As per the 2011 stats, Chokva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chokva
Knowing the nearby villages of Chokva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chokva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chokva
- Where is Chokva located?
- Chokva village is situated in Mahuva Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chokva?
- Chokva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chokva?
- The pincode of Chokva is 364295, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chokva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokva is 1,515, with 758 males and 757 females.
- How many households are there in Chokva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chokva village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chokva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokva is 60.53%. The male literacy rate is 71.24%, while the female literacy rate is 49.80%.