Chokari - Padra, Vadodara
Chokari is a village situated in the Padra taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Chokari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokari is 521049. The village covers a total geographical area of 1380.11 hectares and falls under the 391450 pincode. Padra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chokari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chokari
As per Census 2011, Chokari village has a total population of 8,884 people, consisting of 4,706 males and 4,178 females. The village has 1,811 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,506 literate and 3,378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chokari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,884 | 4,706 | 4,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,210 | 622 | 588 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,506 | 3,336 | 2,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,378 | 1,370 | 2,008 |
Nearby Villages of Chokari
Chokari 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 Chokari
Chokari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chokari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padra to Chokari is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Chokari is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chokari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chokari
Where is Chokari located?
Chokari village is located in Padra Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokari?
Chokari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chokari?
The pincode of Chokari is 391450.
What is the population of Chokari?
Chokari has a total population of 8,884, including 4,706 males and 4,178 females.
How many households are there in Chokari?
There are 1,811 households in Chokari.
What is the literacy rate in Chokari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokari is 61.98%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 51.94%.