Chauri - Halsi, Lakhisarai
Chauri is a village situated in the Halsi subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halsi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Ballopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauri is 243759. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.8 hectares and falls under the 811311 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauri
According to the 2011 Census, Chauri village had a total population of 1,200 people, including 628 males and 572 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.09%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 67.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,200 | 628 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 112 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 415 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 213 | 258 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Chauri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauri
Where is Chauri located?
Chauri village is located in Halsi Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauri is Ballopur.
What is the pincode of Chauri?
The pincode of Chauri is 811311.
What is the population of Chauri?
Chauri had a total population of 1,200, including 628 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Chauri?
Chauri had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauri was 74.09%. Male literacy was 80.43% and female literacy was 67.09%.