Chaunri - Daudnagar, Aurangabad
Chaunri is a village situated in the Daudnagar subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daudnagar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Chauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaunri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaunri is 252703. The village covers a total geographical area of 512 hectares and falls under the 824143 pincode. Daudnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chaunri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaunri
As per Census 2011, Chaunri village has a total population of 6,472 people, consisting of 3,355 males and 3,117 females. The village has 1,053 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,069 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,700 literate and 2,772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaunri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,472 | 3,355 | 3,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,069 | 549 | 520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,478 | 760 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,700 | 2,266 | 1,434 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,772 | 1,089 | 1,683 |
Nearby Villages of Chaunri
Chaunri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birai Nawadih | West | 1.82 km |
| Gahna | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Hirdai Chak | North | 1.97 km |
| Pasrampur | North | 2.19 km |
| Makbulpurkhas | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Rajpura | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Jalpura | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Piru | East | 3.01 km |
| Teri | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Paharpura | South-East | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaunri
Public transport in the Chaunri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hasanbazar Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daudnagar to Chaunri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Chaunri is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaunri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaunri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaunri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaunri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaunri
Where is Chaunri located?
Chaunri village is located in Daudnagar Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaunri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaunri is Chauri.
What is the pincode of Chaunri?
The pincode of Chaunri is 824143.
What is the population of Chaunri?
Chaunri has a total population of 6,472, including 3,355 males and 3,117 females.
How many households are there in Chaunri?
There are 1,053 households in Chaunri.
What is the literacy rate in Chaunri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaunri is 57.17%. Male literacy is 67.54% and female literacy is 46.01%.