Chowkian - Darhal, Rajouri
Chowkian is a village situated in the Darhal tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darhal and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Chowkian-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chowkian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowkian is 001303. The village covers a total geographical area of 697.3 hectares and falls under the 185135 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chowkian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chowkian
According to the 2011 Census, Chowkian village had a total population of 5,636 people, including 3,029 males and 2,607 females, living in 1,256 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.85%, with male literacy at 84.96% and female literacy at 65.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,636 | 3,029 | 2,607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 916 | 516 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 105 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 3,580 | 2,135 | 1,445 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,056 | 894 | 1,162 |
Nearby Villages of Chowkian
Chowkian is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chowkian
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chowkian. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chowkian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Chowkian is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowkian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowkian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chowkian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowkian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chowkian
Where is Chowkian located?
Chowkian village is located in Darhal Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chowkian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chowkian is Chowkian-a.
What is the pincode of Chowkian?
The pincode of Chowkian is 185135.
What is the population of Chowkian?
Chowkian had a total population of 5,636, including 3,029 males and 2,607 females.
How many households are there in Chowkian?
Chowkian had 1,256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowkian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowkian was 75.85%. Male literacy was 84.96% and female literacy was 65.47%.