Chhokar
About Chhokar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chhokar village is 033595. Chhokar village is located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Chhokar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 112 hectares. Chhokar has a total population of 618 peoples, out of which male population is 321 while female population is 297. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 925 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chhokar village is 76.70% out of which 80.37% males and 72.73% females are literate. There are about 122 houses in chhokar village. Pincode of chhokar village locality is 142029.
When it comes to administration, Chhokar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chhokar village comes under Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to chhokar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chhokar
The population details of Chhokar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 618 | 321 | 297 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 391 | 203 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 474 | 258 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 63 | 81 |
Connectivity of Chhokar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chhokar
Where is Chhokar located?
Chhokar village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhokar?
Chhokar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chhokar?
The pincode of Chhokar is 142029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhokar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhokar is 618, with 321 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Chhokar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhokar village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhokar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhokar is 76.70%. The male literacy rate is 80.37%, while the female literacy rate is 72.73%.