Chosker Suru
Chosker Suru is a village located in Sanku tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sanko (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Panikhar is the gram panchayat of Chosker Suru village.
Here you can discover what makes Chosker Suru unique in its vibrant Sanku-Kargil region. You’ll see Chosker Suru’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 Chosker Suru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chosker Suru is 001056. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194103. Kargil is nearest town to Chosker Suru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chosker Suru 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 Zanskar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chosker Suru
Population of Chosker Suru
According to the 2011 Census, Chosker Suru has a total population of about 431, with approximately 216 males and 215 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.22%, with male literacy at about 61.57% and female literacy near 48.84%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chosker Suru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 216 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 133 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 83 | 110 |
Connectivity of Chosker Suru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chosker Suru. As per the 2011 stats, Chosker Suru 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chosker Suru
Knowing the nearby villages of Chosker Suru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chosker Suru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chosker Suru
- Where is Chosker Suru located?
- Chosker Suru village is situated in Sanku Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chosker Suru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chosker Suru is Panikhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chosker Suru?
- The pincode of Chosker Suru is 194103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chosker Suru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chosker Suru is 431, with 216 males and 215 females.
- How many households are there in Chosker Suru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chosker Suru village has a total of 51 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chosker Suru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chosker Suru is 55.22%. The male literacy rate is 61.57%, while the female literacy rate is 48.84%.