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.
Chok has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Chok as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chok village:
- The total population of Chok village is around 1,833, including approximately 975 males and 858 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 310 children aged 0–6 years in Chok village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chok village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chok village is about 64.10%, with male literacy at 72.62% and female literacy at 54.43%.
- There are around 298 households in Chok village.
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) |
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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%.