Chowki - Sunni, Shimla
Chowki is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Shimla. Chebri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowki is 024124. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.53 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Chowki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chowki
According to the 2011 Census, Chowki village had a total population of 251 people, including 131 males and 120 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.30%, with male literacy at 92.17% and female literacy at 72.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 106 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Chowki
Chowki 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 Chowki
Chowki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Shimla to Chowki is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chowki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chowki
Where is Chowki located?
Chowki village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chowki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowki is Chebri.
What is the pincode of Chowki?
The pincode of Chowki is 171301.
What is the population of Chowki?
Chowki had a total population of 251, including 131 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Chowki?
Chowki had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowki was 82.30%. Male literacy was 92.17% and female literacy was 72.07%.