Chauni - Baisi, Purnia
Chauni is a village situated in the Baisi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Khapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauni is 223981. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauni
According to the 2011 Census, Chauni village had a total population of 3,364 people, including 1,738 males and 1,626 females, living in 686 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.37%, with male literacy at 34.38% and female literacy at 23.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, 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 | 3,364 | 1,738 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 362 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 473 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,594 | 1,265 | 1,329 |
Nearby Villages of Chauni
Chauni 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 Chauni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chauni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Chauni is about 30 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 Chauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chauni
Where is Chauni located?
Chauni village is located in Baisi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauni is Khapara.
What is the pincode of Chauni?
The pincode of Chauni is 854315.
What is the population of Chauni?
Chauni had a total population of 3,364, including 1,738 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Chauni?
Chauni had 686 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauni was 29.37%. Male literacy was 34.38% and female literacy was 23.84%.