Chokahatu - Sonahatu, Ranchi
Chokahatu is a village situated in the Sonahatu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonahatu and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Hesadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chokahatu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokahatu is 373899. The village covers a total geographical area of 1396 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Chokahatu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chokahatu
As per Census 2011, Chokahatu village has a total population of 5,361 people, consisting of 2,651 males and 2,710 females. The village has 1,266 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 734 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,007 literate and 2,354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,811 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chokahatu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,361 | 2,651 | 2,710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 734 | 346 | 388 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 152 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,811 | 886 | 925 |
| Literate Population | 3,007 | 1,807 | 1,200 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,354 | 844 | 1,510 |
Nearby Villages of Chokahatu
Chokahatu 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 Chokahatu
Public transport in the Chokahatu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Chokahatu is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokahatu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokahatu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chokahatu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokahatu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chokahatu
Where is Chokahatu located?
Chokahatu village is located in Sonahatu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokahatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chokahatu is Hesadih.
What is the pincode of Chokahatu?
The pincode of Chokahatu is 834001.
What is the population of Chokahatu?
Chokahatu has a total population of 5,361, including 2,651 males and 2,710 females.
How many households are there in Chokahatu?
There are 1,266 households in Chokahatu.
What is the literacy rate in Chokahatu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokahatu is 56.09%. Male literacy is 68.16% and female literacy is 44.28%.