Chhokar (13/13) - Lahul, Lahaul And Spiti
Chhokar (13/13) is a village situated in the Lahul tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from Kyelang. Sissu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhokar (13/13) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhokar (13/13) is 012415. The village covers a total geographical area of 4.34 hectares and falls under the 175140 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Chhokar (13/13) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhokar (13/13)
According to the 2011 Census, Chhokar (13/13) village had a total population of 25 people, including 12 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Chhokar (13/13)
Chhokar (13/13) 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 Chhokar (13/13)
Public transport in the Chhokar (13/13) is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Chhokar (13/13) is about 39 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 Chhokar (13/13)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhokar (13/13) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhokar (13/13)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhokar (13/13) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhokar (13/13)
Where is Chhokar (13/13) located?
Chhokar (13/13) village is located in Lahul Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhokar (13/13)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhokar (13/13) is Sissu.
What is the pincode of Chhokar (13/13)?
The pincode of Chhokar (13/13) is 175140.
What is the population of Chhokar (13/13)?
Chhokar (13/13) had a total population of 25, including 12 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Chhokar (13/13)?
Chhokar (13/13) had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhokar (13/13)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhokar (13/13) was 82.61%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 81.82%.