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.

Here you can discover what makes Chokkar unique in its vibrant Nohra-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Chokkar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

Google Map of Chokkar

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Population of Chokkar

According to the 2011 Census, Chokkar has a total population of about 1,194, with approximately 624 males and 570 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 509 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.40%, with male literacy at about 81.73% and female literacy near 76.84%. There are around 207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chokkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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%.