Chalkana
About Chalkana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chalkana village is 088983. Chalkana village is located in Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 80km away from sub-district headquarter Chohtan (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Bherudi is the gram panchayat of Chalkana village.
The total geographical area of village is 741 hectares. Chalkana has a total population of 640 peoples, out of which male population is 319 while female population is 321. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1006 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chalkana village is 41.56% out of which 56.11% males and 27.10% females are literate. There are about 105 houses in chalkana village. Pincode of chalkana village locality is 344704.
When it comes to administration, Chalkana 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, Chalkana village comes under Chohtan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barmer Lok Sabha constituency. Barmer is nearest town to chalkana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 100km away.
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Population of Chalkana
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 319 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 179 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 140 | 234 |
Connectivity of Chalkana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chalkana
Where is Chalkana located?
Chalkana village is situated in Chohtan Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalkana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalkana is Bherudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chalkana?
The pincode of Chalkana is 344704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalkana is 640, with 319 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalkana village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalkana is 41.56%. The male literacy rate is 56.11%, while the female literacy rate is 27.10%.