Chohala
Chohala is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pora (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Chohala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chohala unique in its vibrant Ranbir Singh Pora-Jammu region. You’ll see Chohala’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 Chohala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chohala is 006070. The village spans a total geographical area of 374.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181102. R.s.pora is nearest town to Chohala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chohala 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 Ranbir singh Pura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chohala
Population of Chohala
According to the 2011 Census, Chohala has a total population of about 4,111, with approximately 2,178 males and 1,933 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 449 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,226 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 54. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.85%, with male literacy at about 78.93% and female literacy near 68.13%. There are around 866 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chohala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,111 | 2,178 | 1,933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 264 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,226 | 1,698 | 1,528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 3,036 | 1,719 | 1,317 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 459 | 616 |
Connectivity of Chohala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chohala. As per the 2011 stats, Chohala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chohala
Knowing the nearby villages of Chohala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chohala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chohala
- Where is Chohala located?
- Chohala village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chohala?
- Chohala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chohala?
- The pincode of Chohala is 181102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chohala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chohala is 4,111, with 2,178 males and 1,933 females.
- How many households are there in Chohala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chohala village has a total of 866 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chohala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chohala is 73.85%. The male literacy rate is 78.93%, while the female literacy rate is 68.13%.