Chaukhet - Aron, Guna
Chaukhet is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Shawajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukhet is 499710. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chaukhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaukhet
According to the 2011 Census, Chaukhet village had a total population of 443 people, including 239 males and 204 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.80%, with male literacy at 49.05% and female literacy at 29.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 443 | 239 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 103 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 136 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukhet
Chaukhet 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 Chaukhet
Chaukhet 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aron to Chaukhet is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Chaukhet is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaukhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaukhet
Where is Chaukhet located?
Chaukhet village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaukhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukhet is Shawajpur.
What is the pincode of Chaukhet?
The pincode of Chaukhet is 473101.
What is the population of Chaukhet?
Chaukhet had a total population of 443, including 239 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Chaukhet?
Chaukhet had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukhet was 39.80%. Male literacy was 49.05% and female literacy was 29.12%.