Chaugai - Daura-Kochali, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Chaugai is a village situated in the Daura-Kochali tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Balrampur and around 60 km from Ambikapur. Chamanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaugai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaugai is 431971. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.53 hectares and falls under the 497119 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chaugai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaugai
According to the 2011 Census, Chaugai village had a total population of 109 people, including 53 males and 56 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.94%, with male literacy at 44.68% and female literacy at 39.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 32 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Chaugai
Chaugai 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 Chaugai
Chaugai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pratappur to Chaugai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Chaugai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaugai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaugai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaugai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaugai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chaugai
Where is Chaugai located?
Chaugai village is located in Daura-Kochali Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaugai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaugai is Chamanpur.
What is the pincode of Chaugai?
The pincode of Chaugai is 497119.
What is the population of Chaugai?
Chaugai had a total population of 109, including 53 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Chaugai?
Chaugai had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaugai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaugai was 41.94%. Male literacy was 44.68% and female literacy was 39.13%.