Chowkur
About Chowkur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chowkur village is 618282. Chowkur village is located in Piriyapatna taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Piriyapatna (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Panchavlli is the gram panchayat of Chowkur village.
The total geographical area of village is 320.31 hectares. Chowkur has a total population of 742 peoples, out of which male population is 368 while female population is 374. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1016 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chowkur village is 58.49% out of which 60.05% males and 56.95% females are literate. There are about 188 houses in chowkur village. Pincode of chowkur village locality is 571125.
When it comes to administration, Chowkur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chowkur village comes under Piriyapatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency. Piriyapatna is nearest town to chowkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Chowkur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 742 | 368 | 374 |
| Children (0-6) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 98 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 221 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 147 | 161 |
Connectivity of Chowkur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chowkur
Where is Chowkur located?
Chowkur village is situated in Piriyapatna Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowkur is Panchavlli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chowkur?
The pincode of Chowkur is 571125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chowkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowkur is 742, with 368 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Chowkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chowkur village has a total of 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowkur is 58.49%. The male literacy rate is 60.05%, while the female literacy rate is 56.95%.