Choksera - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Choksera is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Lansdowne and around 97 km from Pauri. Sila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choksera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choksera is 047369. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.36 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Choksera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choksera
As per Census 2011, Choksera village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 26 males and 27 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 16 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choksera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Choksera
Choksera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Choksera
Choksera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Choksera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Choksera is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choksera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choksera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Choksera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choksera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Choksera
Where is Choksera located?
Choksera village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choksera?
The Gram Panchayat of Choksera is Sila.
What is the pincode of Choksera?
The pincode of Choksera is 246155.
What is the population of Choksera?
Choksera has a total population of 53, including 26 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Choksera?
There are 13 households in Choksera.
What is the literacy rate in Choksera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choksera is 69.81%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 77.78%.