Chokhna - Bharari, Bilaspur
Chokhna is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chokhna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokhna is 019222. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.51 hectares and falls under the 174023 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Chokhna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chokhna
According to the 2011 Census, Chokhna village had a total population of 540 people, including 245 males and 295 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.74%, with male literacy at 91.87% and female literacy at 80.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 245 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 192 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 53 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Chokhna
Chokhna 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 Chokhna
Chokhna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Chokhna is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokhna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokhna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chokhna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokhna 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chokhna
Where is Chokhna located?
Chokhna village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chokhna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chokhna is Dangar.
What is the pincode of Chokhna?
The pincode of Chokhna is 174023.
What is the population of Chokhna?
Chokhna had a total population of 540, including 245 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Chokhna?
Chokhna had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokhna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokhna was 85.74%. Male literacy was 91.87% and female literacy was 80.97%.