Chowki
About Chowki
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chowki village is 010570. Chowki village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 76km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Chowki village. As per 2009 stats, Dareen is the gram panchayat of Chowki village.
The total geographical area of village is 44.15 hectares. Chowki has a total population of 223 peoples, out of which male population is 104 while female population is 119. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1144 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chowki village is 74.44% out of which 78.85% males and 70.59% females are literate. There are about 52 houses in chowki village. Pincode of chowki village locality is 176036.
When it comes to administration, Chowki 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, Chowki village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to chowki village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chowki
The population details of Chowki 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 | 223 | 104 | 119 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 22 | 35 |
Connectivity of Chowki
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chowki
Where is Chowki located?
Chowki village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowki is Dareen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chowki?
The pincode of Chowki is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chowki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowki is 223, with 104 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Chowki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chowki village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowki is 74.44%. The male literacy rate is 78.85%, while the female literacy rate is 70.59%.