Choka - Garhakota, Sagar
Choka is a village situated in the Garhakota tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhakota and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Choka (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choka is 460970. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.3 hectares and falls under the 470232 pincode. Shahpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Choka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choka
As per Census 2011, Choka village has a total population of 715 people, consisting of 386 males and 329 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 715 | 386 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 249 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 137 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Choka
Choka is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrapura | South | 1.43 km |
| Borai | East | 1.69 km |
| Pahred | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Umara | West | 2.33 km |
| Sodani | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Ratnari | South | 3.29 km |
| Nandrai | East | 3.46 km |
| Chandola | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Khari | West | 4.25 km |
| Hathna Bansa | North-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choka
Choka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ganeshganj, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpur to Choka is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Choka is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Choka
Where is Choka located?
Choka village is located in Garhakota Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choka?
The Gram Panchayat of Choka is Choka (p).
What is the pincode of Choka?
The pincode of Choka is 470232.
What is the population of Choka?
Choka has a total population of 715, including 386 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Choka?
There are 171 households in Choka.
What is the literacy rate in Choka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choka is 55.24%. Male literacy is 64.51% and female literacy is 44.38%.