Chauri - Sahar, Bhojpur
Chauri is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Chouri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauri is 247771. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 802208 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauri
As per Census 2011, Chauri village has a total population of 2,228 people, consisting of 1,093 males and 1,135 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 1,043 illiterate residents. Additionally, 643 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,228 | 1,093 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 306 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 718 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 375 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Chauri
Chauri 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 Chauri
Chauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Arwal to Chauri is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Chauri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chauri
Where is Chauri located?
Chauri village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauri is Chouri.
What is the pincode of Chauri?
The pincode of Chauri is 802208.
What is the population of Chauri?
Chauri has a total population of 2,228, including 1,093 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Chauri?
There are 394 households in Chauri.
What is the literacy rate in Chauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauri is 53.19%. Male literacy is 65.69% and female literacy is 41.15%.