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.
Here you can discover what makes Chauka unique in its vibrant Chandil-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Chauka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Chauka
Population of Chauka
According to the 2011 Census, Chauka has a total population of about 1,492, with approximately 780 males and 712 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 42. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.11%, with male literacy at about 78.46% and female literacy near 60.96%. There are around 366 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chauka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.