Chowkibal is a village which is located in the Kupwara sub-district of Kupwara district in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, India. According to the Census 2011, Chowkibal has a total population of 5,153 persons, comprising 3,388 males and 1,765 females. The village consists of 356 houses, indicating an average household size of 14.48 persons per house. The village has an unusual gender composition with males comprising 65.7% and females making up only 34.3% of the population. This significant demographic imbalance suggests unique socio-economic patterns within the village.
Literacy Statistics of Chowkibal
Chowkibal has a total literate population of 3,371 persons, with an overall literacy rate of 65.41%, which is below the national average of 74.04% but notably higher than most villages in the region:
- Male literate population: 2,613 persons
- Female literate population: 758 persons
- Male literacy rate: 77.13%
- Female literacy rate: 42.95%
The gender gap in literacy is substantial, with a difference of 34.18 percentage points between male and female literacy rates. While 2,613 males are literate, only 758 females have achieved literacy, indicating significant barriers to women’s education in the village. However, the high male literacy rate demonstrates strong educational achievement among the male population. Focused initiatives to improve female literacy through targeted educational programs and community awareness campaigns are essential for bridging this gap.
Employment Rate in Chowkibal
The village shows the following employment patterns:
- Total working population: 2,107 (40.88% of total population)
- Male work participation rate: 60.15%
- Female work participation rate: 3.91%
The overall work participation rate of 40.88% is relatively higher compared to many villages in the region, indicating significant economic engagement within the community. While 60.15% of males are engaged in economic activities, only 3.91% of females participate in the workforce.
Child Population Statistics
The census data reveals the village’s age composition with a population aged 0-6 years numbering 929 persons (18.03% of total population). The child population represents about one-fifth of the total population, indicating a demographic profile higher than the national average of 13.59% for the 0-6 age group. This implies substantial and ongoing demand for childcare facilities and primary education infrastructure.
According to the census data, the village has a minimal Scheduled Caste population of 25 persons (0.49% of total population), reflecting the distinct social structure characteristic of the Kashmir valley region.
| Indicator | Chowkibal | National Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,153 | – | – |
| Household Size | 14.48 | 4.9 | +9.58 |
| Sex Ratio | 521 | 943 | -422 |
| Literacy Rate | 65.41% | 74.04% | -8.63% |
| Male Literacy | 77.13% | 82.14% | -5.01% |
| Female Literacy | 42.95% | 65.46% | -22.51% |
| Work Participation | 40.88% | ~39% | +1.88% |
| Male Work Participation | 60.15% | ~56% | +4.15% |
| Female Work Participation | 3.91% | ~26% | -22.09% |