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.

Chokhanda has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar 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 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.

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Population of Chokhanda

Below is a concise population overview of Chokhanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chokhanda village:

  • The total population of Chokhanda village is around 3,372, including approximately 1,716 males and 1,656 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 518 children aged 0–6 years in Chokhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chokhanda village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chokhanda village is about 53.68%, with male literacy at 60.26% and female literacy at 46.86%.
  • There are around 597 households in Chokhanda village.

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%.