Choutha - Rajauli, Nawada
Choutha is a village situated in the Rajauli subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajauli and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Sirodabar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choutha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choutha is 258393. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 805125 pincode. Rajauli is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Choutha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choutha
As per Census 2011, Choutha village has a total population of 2,075 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 992 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,179 literate and 896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choutha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,075 | 1,083 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 196 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 142 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 773 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 310 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Choutha
Choutha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirodabar | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Ramdasi | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Majhila | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Jogya Maran | West | 1.40 km |
| Sohda | South | 1.43 km |
| Baurhi Khurd | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Satgir | West | 2.11 km |
| Parariya | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Saraiya | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Bhaiji Bhita | West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choutha
Choutha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dilwa, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajauli to Choutha is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Choutha is about 31 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 Choutha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choutha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Choutha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choutha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Choutha
Where is Choutha located?
Choutha village is located in Rajauli Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choutha?
The Gram Panchayat of Choutha is Sirodabar.
What is the pincode of Choutha?
The pincode of Choutha is 805125.
What is the population of Choutha?
Choutha has a total population of 2,075, including 1,083 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Choutha?
There are 303 households in Choutha.
What is the literacy rate in Choutha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choutha is 56.82%. Male literacy is 71.38% and female literacy is 40.93%.