Chauni
Chauni is a village located in Baisi subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Baisi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Khapara is the gram panchayat of Chauni village.
Here you can discover what makes Chauni unique in its vibrant Baisi-Purnia region. You’ll see Chauni’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chauni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauni is 223981. The village spans a total geographical area of 232 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Chauni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Chauni
Population of Chauni
According to the 2011 Census, Chauni has a total population of about 3,364, with approximately 1,738 males and 1,626 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 742 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.89%, with male literacy at about 27.22% and female literacy near 18.27%. There are around 686 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chauni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,364 | 1,738 | 1,626 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 362 | 380 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 770 | 473 | 297 |
Illiterate Population | 2,594 | 1,265 | 1,329 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chauni
- Where is Chauni located?
- Chauni village is situated in Baisi Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chauni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chauni is Khapara (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 3,364, with 1,738 males and 1,626 females.
- How many households are there in Chauni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chauni village has a total of 686 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chauni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauni is 22.89%. The male literacy rate is 27.22%, while the female literacy rate is 18.27%.