Chauni

Chauni is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Parbheli is the gram panchayat of Chauni village.

Chauni has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chauni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauni is 224551. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Chauni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

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Population of Chauni

Below is a concise population overview of Chauni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,748 1,385 1,363
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 689 332 357
Scheduled Castes (SC) 455 217 238
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 884 549 335
Illiterate Population 1,864 836 1,028

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chauni village:

  • The total population of Chauni village is around 2,748, including approximately 1,385 males and 1,363 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 689 children aged 0–6 years in Chauni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chauni village has 455 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chauni village is about 32.17%, with male literacy at 39.64% and female literacy at 24.58%.
  • There are around 586 households in Chauni village.

Connectivity of Chauni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauni. As per the 2011 stats, Chauni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chauni

Knowing the nearby villages of Chauni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauni.

Nikhra Raunia Malikpur Duria Ratni Paria Chaunti Chhatian Pipra Pipra Hachalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Chauni

Where is Chauni located?
Chauni village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauni is Parbheli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chauni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauni is 2,748, with 1,385 males and 1,363 females.
How many households are there in Chauni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauni village has a total of 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauni is 32.17%. The male literacy rate is 39.64%, while the female literacy rate is 24.58%.