Chauki - Mandap, Mandi
Chauki is a village situated in the Mandap tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from Mandi. Chowki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauki is 013735. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.33 hectares and falls under the 175024 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Chauki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauki
According to the 2011 Census, Chauki village had a total population of 1,064 people, including 504 males and 560 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.88%, with male literacy at 95.60% and female literacy at 79.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296, 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 | 1,064 | 504 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 143 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 435 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 69 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Chauki
Chauki 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 Chauki
Chauki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandi to Chauki is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauki 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 Chauki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauki 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 Chauki
Where is Chauki located?
Chauki village is located in Mandap Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauki is Chowki.
What is the pincode of Chauki?
The pincode of Chauki is 175024.
What is the population of Chauki?
Chauki had a total population of 1,064, including 504 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Chauki?
Chauki had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki was 86.88%. Male literacy was 95.60% and female literacy was 79.14%.