Chauria - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Chauria is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Agiaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauria is 247569. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chauria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauria
As per Census 2011, Chauria village has a total population of 582 people, consisting of 286 males and 296 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 344 literate and 238 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 286 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 223 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 63 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Chauria
Chauria 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 Chauria
Chauria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chauria.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Chauria 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 Chauria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauria
Where is Chauria located?
Chauria village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauria?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauria is Agiaon.
What is the pincode of Chauria?
The pincode of Chauria is 802201.
What is the population of Chauria?
Chauria has a total population of 582, including 286 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Chauria?
There are 80 households in Chauria.
What is the literacy rate in Chauria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauria is 59.11%. Male literacy is 77.97% and female literacy is 40.88%.