Chauraiya - Hatta, Damoh
Chauraiya is a village situated in the Hatta tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatta and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Choraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauraiya is 461681. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.57 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chauraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauraiya
As per Census 2011, Chauraiya village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 352 males and 339 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauraiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 352 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 147 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 158 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 194 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Chauraiya
Chauraiya 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 Chauraiya
Chauraiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Hatta to Chauraiya is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Chauraiya is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauraiya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauraiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauraiya
Where is Chauraiya located?
Chauraiya village is located in Hatta Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauraiya is Choraiya.
What is the pincode of Chauraiya?
The pincode of Chauraiya is 470775.
What is the population of Chauraiya?
Chauraiya has a total population of 691, including 352 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Chauraiya?
There are 140 households in Chauraiya.
What is the literacy rate in Chauraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauraiya is 36.47%. Male literacy is 44.89% and female literacy is 27.73%.