Choknyu - Chen, Mon
Choknyu is a village situated in the Chen circle of Mon district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chen and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Mon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choknyu is 267053. The village falls under the 798603 pincode. Mon Town is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Choknyu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mon town Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choknyu
According to the 2011 Census, Choknyu village had a total population of 1,238 people, including 649 males and 589 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.74%, with male literacy at 64.23% and female literacy at 56.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,220.
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 | 1,238 | 649 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 129 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,220 | 640 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 334 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 315 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Choknyu
Choknyu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Choknyu
Public transport in the Choknyu is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Mon Town to Choknyu is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mon to Choknyu is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choknyu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choknyu 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 Choknyu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choknyu 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 Choknyu
Where is Choknyu located?
Choknyu village is located in Chen Circle, Mon district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Choknyu?
The pincode of Choknyu is 798603.
What is the population of Choknyu?
Choknyu had a total population of 1,238, including 649 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Choknyu?
Choknyu had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choknyu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choknyu was 60.74%. Male literacy was 64.23% and female literacy was 56.96%.