Chokhanda
Chokhanda is a village located in Jirapur tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Jirapur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. As per 2009 stats, Chokhanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chokhanda unique in its vibrant Jirapur-Rajgarh region. You’ll see Chokhanda’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 Chokhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chokhanda is 478736. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.8 hectares. Jirapur is nearest town to Chokhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Chokhanda
Population of Chokhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chokhanda has a total population of about 458, with approximately 234 males and 224 females. The sex ratio is around 957 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. There are about 201 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.62%, with male literacy at about 57.69% and female literacy near 47.32%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chokhanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 234 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 41 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 105 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 241 | 135 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 99 | 118 |
Connectivity of Chokhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chokhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Chokhanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chokhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Chokhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chokhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chokhanda
- Where is Chokhanda located?
- Chokhanda village is situated in Jirapur Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chokhanda?
- Chokhanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chokhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokhanda is 458, with 234 males and 224 females.
- How many households are there in Chokhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chokhanda village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chokhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokhanda is 52.62%. The male literacy rate is 57.69%, while the female literacy rate is 47.32%.