Chauki - Dharampuri, Dhar
Chauki is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Utawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauki is 475828. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.42 hectares and falls under the 454552 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chauki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauki
As per Census 2011, Chauki village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 119 males and 186 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,563 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 119 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 73 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 86 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 33 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Chauki
Chauki 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 Chauki
Public transport in the Chauki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhamnod to Chauki is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Chauki is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chauki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chauki
Where is Chauki located?
Chauki village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauki is Utawali.
What is the pincode of Chauki?
The pincode of Chauki is 454552.
What is the population of Chauki?
Chauki has a total population of 305, including 119 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Chauki?
There are 56 households in Chauki.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki is 70.16%. Male literacy is 72.27% and female literacy is 68.82%.