Chochenpheri
Chochenpheri is a village located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Latuk Chuchenpheri is the gram panchayat of Chochenpheri village.
Here you can discover what makes Chochenpheri unique in its vibrant Pakyong-East District region. You’ll see Chochenpheri’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 Chochenpheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chochenpheri is 261352. The village spans a total geographical area of 856.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737131. Gangtok is nearest town to Chochenpheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chochenpheri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gnathang-machong Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chochenpheri
Population of Chochenpheri
According to the 2011 Census, Chochenpheri has a total population of about 1,120, with approximately 575 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 950. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.55%, with male literacy at about 60.70% and female literacy near 48.07%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chochenpheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,120 | 575 | 545 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 950 | 487 | 463 |
Literate Population | 611 | 349 | 262 |
Illiterate Population | 509 | 226 | 283 |
Connectivity of Chochenpheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chochenpheri. As per the 2011 stats, Chochenpheri 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chochenpheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Chochenpheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chochenpheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chochenpheri
- Where is Chochenpheri located?
- Chochenpheri village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chochenpheri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chochenpheri is Latuk Chuchenpheri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chochenpheri?
- The pincode of Chochenpheri is 737131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chochenpheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chochenpheri is 1,120, with 575 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Chochenpheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chochenpheri village has a total of 232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chochenpheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chochenpheri is 54.55%. The male literacy rate is 60.70%, while the female literacy rate is 48.07%.