Chaugain
Chaugain is a Town and Subdivision in Buxar District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Chaugain Block (CD) is 01438. The total area of Chaugain Subdivision is 58 km². Chaugain has a sex ratio of approximately 948 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chaugain Subdivision
Chaugain Subdivision has a total of 23 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chaugain Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amsari | Khewali | Dumraon (13 km) |
| 2 | Baida | Murar | Dumraon (15 km) |
| 3 | Belahri | Nachap | Dumraon (14 km) |
| 4 | Bhadi | Nachap | Dumraon (18 km) |
| 5 | Birpur | Nachap | Dumraon (13 km) |
| 6 | Chaugain | Chaugain | Dumraon (15 km) |
| 7 | Chhotka Dih | Nachap | Dumraon (18 km) |
| 8 | Dangauli | Nachap | Dumraon (20 km) |
| 9 | Kherhi | Chaugain | Chaugain |
| 10 | Khewali | Khewali | Dumraon (13 km) |
| 11 | Mangpa | Nachap | Dumraon (18 km) |
| 12 | Masahariya | Masahariya | Dumraon (15 km) |
| 13 | Murar | Murar | Dumraon (15 km) |
| 14 | Nachap | Nachap | Dumraon (18 km) |
| 15 | Nokhpura | Khewali | Dumraon (10 km) |
| 16 | Ojhabarawan | Masahariya | Dumraon (20 km) |
| 17 | Panrepur | Murar | Dumraon (10 km) |
| 18 | Parasiya | Masahariya | Chaugain |
| 19 | Phaphdar | Masahariya | Dumraon (15 km) |
| 20 | Puraina | Nachap | Dumraon (19 km) |
| 21 | Reuntiya | Nachap | Dumraon (13 km) |
| 22 | Samusar | Masahariya | Chaugain |
| 23 | Thari | Murar | Dumraon (10 km) |
Population of Chaugain Subdivision
The population profile of Chaugain Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chaugain Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48,743 | 48,743 | N/A |
| Male Population | 25,021 | 25,021 | N/A |
| Female Population | 23,722 | 23,722 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,567 | 8,567 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,418 | 4,418 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,149 | 4,149 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 27,894 | 27,894 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 16,665 | 16,665 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 11,229 | 11,229 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 20,849 | 20,849 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,356 | 8,356 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,493 | 12,493 | N/A |
| Total Households | 7,929 | 7,929 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 48,743 people. Includes nearly 25,021 males and 23,722 females. Rural population is about 48,743 people.
- There are around 8,567 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,418 boys and 4,149 girls.
- Literate population is about 27,894 people. Non-literate population is around 20,849 people.
- There are nearly 7,929 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chaugain Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 7,811 | 7,811 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,014 | 4,014 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 3,797 | 3,797 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 297 | 297 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 162 | 162 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 135 | 135 | N/A |
| Population Density | 846 / km² | 846 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chaugain Subdivision is approximately 7,811 people, including 4,014 males and 3,797 females. Around 7,811 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chaugain Subdivision is about 297 people, including 162 males and 135 females. Around 297 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 846 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 846 people per sq. km.