Cholakha
Cholakha is a village located in Dharmabad tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dharmabad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Cholakha village is also a gram panchayat.
Cholakha has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Cholakha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cholakha is 544976. The village spans a total geographical area of 466 hectares. Dharmabad is nearest town to Cholakha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Cholakha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Cholakha
Population of Cholakha
Below is a concise population overview of Cholakha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 443 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 297 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 146 | 230 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Cholakha village:
- The total population of Cholakha village is around 872, including approximately 443 males and 429 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Cholakha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Cholakha village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Cholakha village is about 56.88%, with male literacy at 67.04% and female literacy at 46.39%.
- There are around 219 households in Cholakha village.
Connectivity of Cholakha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cholakha. As per the 2011 stats, Cholakha 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 Cholakha
Knowing the nearby villages of Cholakha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cholakha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cholakha
- Where is Cholakha located?
- Cholakha village is situated in Dharmabad Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cholakha?
- Cholakha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Cholakha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cholakha is 872, with 443 males and 429 females.
- How many households are there in Cholakha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cholakha village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cholakha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cholakha is 56.88%. The male literacy rate is 67.04%, while the female literacy rate is 46.39%.