Chauki - Tendukheda, Narsimhapur
Chauki is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Charguwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauki is 491430. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.33 hectares and falls under the 487661 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chauki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauki
As per Census 2011, Chauki village has a total population of 158 people, consisting of 80 males and 78 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 27 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chauki
Chauki is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannathpur | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Jatakishan | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Charguwan | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Harrai | North | 3.12 km |
| Gadguwan | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Juda | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Awanriya | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Rajgadha | West | 4.10 km |
| Piparwani | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Bira | South-East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chauki
Public transport in the Chauki is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kareli, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kareli to Chauki is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauki
Where is Chauki located?
Chauki village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauki is Charguwan.
What is the pincode of Chauki?
The pincode of Chauki is 487661.
What is the population of Chauki?
Chauki has a total population of 158, including 80 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Chauki?
There are 36 households in Chauki.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki is 56.96%. Male literacy is 66.25% and female literacy is 47.44%.