Chaurai - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Chaurai is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Chaurai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaurai is 458486. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.95 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chaurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaurai
According to the 2011 Census, Chaurai village had a total population of 1,130 people, including 609 males and 521 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.76%, with male literacy at 68.87% and female literacy at 48.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,130 | 609 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 95 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 354 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 255 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Chaurai
Chaurai 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 Chaurai
Chaurai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Banda to Chaurai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Chaurai is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaurai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaurai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaurai
Where is Chaurai located?
Chaurai village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaurai?
Chaurai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaurai?
The pincode of Chaurai is 471318.
What is the population of Chaurai?
Chaurai had a total population of 1,130, including 609 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Chaurai?
Chaurai had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaurai was 59.76%. Male literacy was 68.87% and female literacy was 48.28%.