Chokak
Chokak is a village located in Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Hatkanangle (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Chokak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chokak unique in its vibrant Hatkanangle-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Chokak’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 Chokak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chokak is 567302. The village spans a total geographical area of 411 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416118. Ichalkaranji is nearest town to Chokak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chokak village comes under Hatkanangle assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chokak
Population of Chokak
According to the 2011 Census, Chokak has a total population of about 3,227, with approximately 1,632 males and 1,595 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,154 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.61%, with male literacy at about 84.44% and female literacy near 74.67%. There are around 670 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chokak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,227 | 1,632 | 1,595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 151 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,154 | 580 | 574 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,569 | 1,378 | 1,191 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 254 | 404 |
Connectivity of Chokak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chokak. As per the 2011 stats, Chokak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chokak
Knowing the nearby villages of Chokak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chokak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chokak
- Where is Chokak located?
- Chokak village is situated in Hatkanangle Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chokak?
- Chokak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chokak?
- The pincode of Chokak is 416118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chokak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chokak is 3,227, with 1,632 males and 1,595 females.
- How many households are there in Chokak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chokak village has a total of 670 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chokak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chokak is 79.61%. The male literacy rate is 84.44%, while the female literacy rate is 74.67%.