Chokore - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Chokore is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Beze serves as the Village Panchayat for Chokore village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokore is 550912. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.49 hectares and falls under the 422212 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chokore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chokore
According to the 2011 Census, Chokore village had a total population of 371 people, including 188 males and 183 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.40%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 56.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 188 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 155 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 115 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 73 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Chokore
Chokore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beze | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Rajewadi | North | 3.04 km |
| Ganeshgaon Trambak | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Anjanneri | South | 3.50 km |
| Ganeshgaon Nashik | East | 3.88 km |
| Khambale | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Govindrur | North | 5.06 km |
| Shivangaon | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Dudgaon | East | 5.68 km |
| Subhashnagar | North | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chokore
Chokore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padli, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Trimbak to Chokore is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chokore is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chokore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chokore
Where is Chokore located?
Chokore village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chokore?
The Village Panchayat of Chokore is Beze.
What is the pincode of Chokore?
The pincode of Chokore is 422212.
What is the population of Chokore?
Chokore had a total population of 371, including 188 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Chokore?
Chokore had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokore was 65.40%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 56.88%.