Choya
Choya is a village located in Jhinkpani subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jhinkpani (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Choya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Choya unique in its vibrant Jhinkpani-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Choya’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 Choya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Choya is 378266. The village spans a total geographical area of 467.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833215. Jhinkpani is nearest town to Choya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Choya
Population of Choya
According to the 2011 Census, Choya has a total population of about 3,001, with approximately 1,459 males and 1,542 females. The sex ratio is around 1056 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 481 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 369 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 749. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.39%, with male literacy at about 52.16% and female literacy near 27.30%. There are around 602 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Choya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,001 | 1,459 | 1,542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 234 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 180 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 749 | 353 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 761 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,819 | 698 | 1,121 |
Connectivity of Choya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Choya. As per the 2011 stats, Choya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Choya
Knowing the nearby villages of Choya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Choya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Choya
- Where is Choya located?
- Choya village is situated in Jhinkpani Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Choya?
- Choya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Choya?
- The pincode of Choya is 833215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Choya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Choya is 3,001, with 1,459 males and 1,542 females.
- How many households are there in Choya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Choya village has a total of 602 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Choya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Choya is 39.39%. The male literacy rate is 52.16%, while the female literacy rate is 27.30%.