Chokva - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Chokva is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Chokva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokva is 516747. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.37 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chokva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chokva
According to the 2011 Census, Chokva village had a total population of 1,515 people, including 758 males and 757 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 84.77% and female literacy at 58.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 1,515 | 758 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 540 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 218 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Chokva
Chokva 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 Chokva
Chokva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chokva has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Chokva is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Chokva is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chokva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chokva
Where is Chokva located?
Chokva village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chokva?
Chokva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chokva?
The pincode of Chokva is 364295.
What is the population of Chokva?
Chokva had a total population of 1,515, including 758 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Chokva?
Chokva had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokva was 71.81%. Male literacy was 84.77% and female literacy was 58.91%.