Chokkar

Chokkar is a village located in Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 105km away from district headquarter Nohra. Nohra is the sub-district headquarter of Chokkar village. As per 2009 stats, Chokkar village is also a gram panchayat.

Chokkar has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chokkar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chokkar is 022671. The village spans a total geographical area of 1046.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173104. Rajgarh is nearest town to Chokkar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chokkar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chokkar

Below is a concise population overview of Chokkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,194 624 570
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 156 80 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 509 268 241
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 948 510 438
Illiterate Population 246 114 132

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chokkar village:

  • The total population of Chokkar village is around 1,194, including approximately 624 males and 570 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 156 children aged 0–6 years in Chokkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chokkar village has 509 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chokkar village is about 79.40%, with male literacy at 81.73% and female literacy at 76.84%.
  • There are around 207 households in Chokkar village.

Connectivity of Chokkar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chokkar. As per the 2011 stats, Chokkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chokkar

Knowing the nearby villages of Chokkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chokkar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chokkar

Where is Chokkar located?
Chokkar village is situated in Nohra Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokkar?
Chokkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chokkar?
The pincode of Chokkar is 173104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chokkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokkar is 1,194, with 624 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Chokkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chokkar village has a total of 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokkar is 79.40%. The male literacy rate is 81.73%, while the female literacy rate is 76.84%.