Chok
Chok is a village located in Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Palitana (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Chok village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chok unique in its vibrant Palitana-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Chok’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 Chok
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chok is 516541. The village spans a total geographical area of 1510.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364510. Palitana is nearest town to Chok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Chok
Population of Chok
According to the 2011 Census, Chok has a total population of about 1,833, with approximately 975 males and 858 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 310 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 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 64.10%, with male literacy at about 72.62% and female literacy near 54.43%. There are around 298 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chok's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 708 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 267 | 391 |
Connectivity of Chok
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chok. As per the 2011 stats, Chok 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 Chok
Knowing the nearby villages of Chok helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chok.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chok
- Where is Chok located?
- Chok village is situated in Palitana Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chok?
- Chok serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chok?
- The pincode of Chok is 364510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chok as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chok is 1,833, with 975 males and 858 females.
- How many households are there in Chok as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chok village has a total of 298 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chok as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chok is 64.10%. The male literacy rate is 72.62%, while the female literacy rate is 54.43%.