Chokhna
About Chokhna
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chokhna village is 019222. Chokhna village is located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Chokhna village. As per 2009 stats, Dangar is the gram panchayat of Chokhna village.
The total geographical area of village is 95.51 hectares. Chokhna has a total population of 540 peoples, out of which male population is 245 while female population is 295. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1204 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chokhna village is 75.74% out of which 78.37% males and 73.56% females are literate. There are about 123 houses in chokhna village. Pincode of chokhna village locality is 174027.
When it comes to administration, Chokhna village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chokhna village comes under Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Ghumarwin is nearest town to chokhna village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chokhna
The population details of Chokhna cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 245 | 295 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 409 | 192 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 53 | 78 |
Connectivity of Chokhna
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chokhna
Where is Chokhna located?
Chokhna village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokhna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chokhna is Dangar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chokhna?
The pincode of Chokhna is 174027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chokhna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokhna is 540, with 245 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Chokhna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chokhna village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokhna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokhna is 75.74%. The male literacy rate is 78.37%, while the female literacy rate is 73.56%.