Chokkar - Nohra, Sirmaur
Chokkar is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chokkar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokkar is 022671. The village covers a total geographical area of 1046.87 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Chokkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chokkar
According to the 2011 Census, Chokkar village had a total population of 1,194 people, including 624 males and 570 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.33%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 88.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 509.
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 | 1,194 | 624 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 509 | 268 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 510 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 114 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Chokkar
Chokkar 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 Chokkar
Chokkar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Chokkar is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokkar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chokkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokkar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chokkar
Where is Chokkar located?
Chokkar village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokkar?
Chokkar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chokkar?
The pincode of Chokkar is 173104.
What is the population of Chokkar?
Chokkar had a total population of 1,194, including 624 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Chokkar?
Chokkar had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokkar was 91.33%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 88.66%.