Chokial

Chokial is a village located in Kargil tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 60km away from Kargil, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chokial village. As per 2009 stats, Chowkiyal is the gram panchayat of Chokial village.

Chokial has its own place in the vibrant Kargil 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 Chokial

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chokial is 000998. The village spans a total geographical area of 206 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194102. Kargil is nearest town to Chokial village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Chokial

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 965 493 472
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 85 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 959 490 469
Literate Population 628 349 279
Illiterate Population 337 144 193

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

  • The total population of Chokial village is around 965, including approximately 493 males and 472 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Chokial village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chokial village has 959 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chokial village is about 65.08%, with male literacy at 70.79% and female literacy at 59.11%.
  • There are around 118 households in Chokial village.

Connectivity of Chokial

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

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

Nearby Villages of Chokial

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

Skambo Choskar Minji Shimsha Thasgam Thrangos Biambiat Gindial Murad Bagh Goshan Holiyal

Frequently Asked Questions about Chokial

Where is Chokial located?
Chokial village is situated in Kargil Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokial?
The Gram Panchayat of Chokial is Chowkiyal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chokial?
The pincode of Chokial is 194102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chokial as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokial is 965, with 493 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Chokial as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chokial village has a total of 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokial as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokial is 65.08%. The male literacy rate is 70.79%, while the female literacy rate is 59.11%.