Chowdapur
Chowdapur is a village located in Afzalpur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Afzalpur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Chowdapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chowdapur unique in its vibrant Afzalpur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Chowdapur’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 Chowdapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chowdapur is 620163. The village spans a total geographical area of 1163.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585265. Afzalpur is nearest town to Chowdapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chowdapur 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 Afzalpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chowdapur
Population of Chowdapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chowdapur has a total population of about 4,142, with approximately 2,167 males and 1,975 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 678 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,265 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 426. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.07%, with male literacy at about 62.85% and female literacy near 46.53%. There are around 763 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chowdapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,142 | 2,167 | 1,975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 678 | 369 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,265 | 1,213 | 1,052 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 426 | 216 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 2,281 | 1,362 | 919 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,861 | 805 | 1,056 |
Connectivity of Chowdapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chowdapur. As per the 2011 stats, Chowdapur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chowdapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chowdapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chowdapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chowdapur
- Where is Chowdapur located?
- Chowdapur village is situated in Afzalpur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chowdapur?
- Chowdapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chowdapur?
- The pincode of Chowdapur is 585265, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chowdapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowdapur is 4,142, with 2,167 males and 1,975 females.
- How many households are there in Chowdapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chowdapur village has a total of 763 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chowdapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowdapur is 55.07%. The male literacy rate is 62.85%, while the female literacy rate is 46.53%.