Chauha
Chauha is a village located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Chouha is the gram panchayat of Chauha village.
Chauha has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chauha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauha is 438850. The village spans a total geographical area of 291.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491988. Bilaspur is nearest town to Chauha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chauha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chauha
Population of Chauha
Below is a concise population overview of Chauha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,365 | 686 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,275 | 639 | 636 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 498 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 188 | 320 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chauha village:
- The total population of Chauha village is around 1,365, including approximately 686 males and 679 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 189 children aged 0–6 years in Chauha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chauha village has 1,275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chauha village is about 62.78%, with male literacy at 72.59% and female literacy at 52.87%.
- There are around 337 households in Chauha village.
Connectivity of Chauha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauha. As per the 2011 stats, Chauha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chauha
Knowing the nearby villages of Chauha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chauha
- Where is Chauha located?
- Chauha village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chauha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chauha is Chouha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chauha?
- The pincode of Chauha is 491988, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chauha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauha is 1,365, with 686 males and 679 females.
- How many households are there in Chauha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chauha village has a total of 337 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chauha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauha is 62.78%. The male literacy rate is 72.59%, while the female literacy rate is 52.87%.