Chhokran

Chhokran is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Chhokran village is also a gram panchayat.

Chhokran has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur 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 Chhokran

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhokran is 039483. The village spans a total geographical area of 318 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Malerkotla is nearest town to Chhokran village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chhokran

Below is a concise population overview of Chhokran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,180 618 562
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 60 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 401 209 192
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 811 449 362
Illiterate Population 369 169 200

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhokran village:

  • The total population of Chhokran village is around 1,180, including approximately 618 males and 562 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Chhokran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhokran village has 401 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chhokran village is about 68.73%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 64.41%.
  • There are around 245 households in Chhokran village.

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)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
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.

Chandigarh Bunga Mandian Badechaa Dalanwal Moranwali Hazurgarh Lasoi Dugri Rurki Kalan Gajjan Majra

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhokran

Where is Chhokran located?
Chhokran village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur 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 148023, 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 1,180, with 618 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Chhokran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhokran village has a total of 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhokran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhokran is 68.73%. The male literacy rate is 72.65%, while the female literacy rate is 64.41%.