Chhokran
Chhokran is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Chhokran village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chhokran unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Chhokran’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 Chhokran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhokran is 030164. The village spans a total geographical area of 388 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144029. Phillaur is nearest town to Chhokran village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chhokran
Population of Chhokran
According to the 2011 Census, Chhokran has a total population of about 2,298, with approximately 1,179 males and 1,119 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,169 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.02%, with male literacy at about 77.01% and female literacy near 68.81%. There are around 506 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhokran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,298 | 1,179 | 1,119 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 111 | 98 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,169 | 595 | 574 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,678 | 908 | 770 |
Illiterate Population | 620 | 271 | 349 |
Connectivity of Chhokran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhokran. As per the 2011 stats, Chhokran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhokran
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhokran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhokran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhokran
- Where is Chhokran located?
- Chhokran village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhokran?
- Chhokran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chhokran?
- The pincode of Chhokran is 144029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhokran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhokran is 2,298, with 1,179 males and 1,119 females.
- How many households are there in Chhokran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhokran village has a total of 506 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhokran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhokran is 73.02%. The male literacy rate is 77.01%, while the female literacy rate is 68.81%.