Chokri - Railmagra, Rajsamand
Chokri is a village situated in the Railmagra tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Railmagra and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Chokri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokri is 097165. The village covers a total geographical area of 799 hectares and falls under the 313329 pincode. Rajsamand is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chokri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajsamand Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chokri
As per Census 2011, Chokri village has a total population of 2,364 people, consisting of 1,125 males and 1,239 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,257 literate and 1,107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 241 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chokri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,364 | 1,125 | 1,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 163 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 166 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 1,257 | 752 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 373 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Chokri
Chokri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mokhampura | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Bhoorwara | West | 1.64 km |
| Sakarawas | East | 2.24 km |
| Prempura | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Megha Khera | North | 3.08 km |
| Barliya | West | 3.20 km |
| Gogathala | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Ardakiya | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Peepali Aheeran | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Bhama Khera | South | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chokri
Chokri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soniyana Mewar, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajsamand to Chokri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chokri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokri 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 Chokri
Where is Chokri located?
Chokri village is located in Railmagra Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chokri?
Chokri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chokri?
The pincode of Chokri is 313329.
What is the population of Chokri?
Chokri has a total population of 2,364, including 1,125 males and 1,239 females.
How many households are there in Chokri?
There are 508 households in Chokri.
What is the literacy rate in Chokri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokri is 53.17%. Male literacy is 66.84% and female literacy is 40.76%.