Chaumukha Kalan - Guthani, Siwan
Chaumukha Kalan is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Biswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaumukha Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaumukha Kalan is 232179. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chaumukha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaumukha Kalan
As per Census 2011, Chaumukha Kalan village has a total population of 157 people, consisting of 84 males and 73 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaumukha Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 84 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 109 | 65 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 19 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Chaumukha Kalan
Chaumukha Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhathahi | East | 0.62 km |
| Tekania | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Parari | North | 0.94 km |
| Arazi Inglish | East | 0.95 km |
| Malchaur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Biswar | South | 1.15 km |
| Kharkharia | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Darzi Chak | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Piparpanti | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Chup Chupwa | North-East | 1.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaumukha Kalan
Public transport in the Chaumukha Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Chaumukha Kalan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Chaumukha Kalan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaumukha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaumukha Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaumukha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaumukha Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaumukha Kalan
Where is Chaumukha Kalan located?
Chaumukha Kalan village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaumukha Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaumukha Kalan is Biswar.
What is the pincode of Chaumukha Kalan?
The pincode of Chaumukha Kalan is 841435.
What is the population of Chaumukha Kalan?
Chaumukha Kalan has a total population of 157, including 84 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Chaumukha Kalan?
There are 25 households in Chaumukha Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Chaumukha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaumukha Kalan is 69.43%. Male literacy is 77.38% and female literacy is 60.27%.