Chauka

Chauka is a village located in Chandil subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Chandil (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sarikela - Kharswana. As per 2009 stats, Chouka is the gram panchayat of Chauka village.

Chauka has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan 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 Chauka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauka is 378783. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832404. Chandil is nearest town to Chauka village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chauka 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 Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chauka

Below is a concise population overview of Chauka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,492 780 712
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 200 109 91
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 42 17 25
Literate Population 1,046 612 434
Illiterate Population 446 168 278

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chauka village:

  • The total population of Chauka village is around 1,492, including approximately 780 males and 712 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Chauka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chauka village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 42 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chauka village is about 70.11%, with male literacy at 78.46% and female literacy at 60.96%.
  • There are around 366 households in Chauka village.

Connectivity of Chauka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauka. As per the 2011 stats, Chauka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chauka

Knowing the nearby villages of Chauka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chauka

Where is Chauka located?
Chauka village is situated in Chandil Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauka is Chouka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chauka?
The pincode of Chauka is 832404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauka is 1,492, with 780 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauka village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauka is 70.11%. The male literacy rate is 78.46%, while the female literacy rate is 60.96%.