Chaukia
About Chaukia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chaukia village is 025588. Chaukia village is located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 108km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Chaukia village. As per 2009 stats, Chanju Chopal is the gram panchayat of Chaukia village.
The total geographical area of village is 88.08 hectares. Chaukia has a total population of 350 peoples, out of which male population is 187 while female population is 163. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 871 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chaukia village is 75.14% out of which 79.68% males and 69.94% females are literate. There are about 71 houses in chaukia village. Pincode of chaukia village locality is 171211.
When it comes to administration, Chaukia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chaukia village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to chaukia village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chaukia
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 187 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 149 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Connectivity of Chaukia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaukia
Where is Chaukia located?
Chaukia village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukia is Chanju Chopal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chaukia?
The pincode of Chaukia is 171211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaukia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaukia is 350, with 187 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Chaukia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaukia village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaukia is 75.14%. The male literacy rate is 79.68%, while the female literacy rate is 69.94%.