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
As per Census 2011, Chauki village has a total population of 1,064 people, consisting of 504 males and 560 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 841 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauki are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 1,064, including 504 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Chauki?
There are 261 households in Chauki.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki is 79.04%. Male literacy is 86.31% and female literacy is 72.50%.