Chokhanda
Chokhanda is a village located in Bhanvad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanvad (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Chokhanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chokhanda unique in its vibrant Bhanvad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Chokhanda’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 Chokhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chokhanda is 514008. The village spans a total geographical area of 2113.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360510. Bhanvad is nearest town to Chokhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chokhanda 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 Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chokhanda
Population of Chokhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chokhanda has a total population of about 3,372, with approximately 1,716 males and 1,656 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 518 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 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 53.68%, with male literacy at about 60.26% and female literacy near 46.86%. There are around 597 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chokhanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,372 | 1,716 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 275 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,810 | 1,034 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,562 | 682 | 880 |
Connectivity of Chokhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chokhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Chokhanda 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 Chokhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Chokhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chokhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chokhanda
- Where is Chokhanda located?
- Chokhanda village is situated in Bhanvad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chokhanda?
- Chokhanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chokhanda?
- The pincode of Chokhanda is 360510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chokhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokhanda is 3,372, with 1,716 males and 1,656 females.
- How many households are there in Chokhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chokhanda village has a total of 597 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chokhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokhanda is 53.68%. The male literacy rate is 60.26%, while the female literacy rate is 46.86%.