Chouki - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Chouki is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Kankariyamina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chouki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouki is 480287. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.03 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chouki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chouki
As per Census 2011, Chouki village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 225 males and 210 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chouki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 225 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 97 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 128 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Chouki
Chouki 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 Chouki
Chouki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Chouki is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Chouki is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chouki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chouki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chouki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chouki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chouki
Where is Chouki located?
Chouki village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chouki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chouki is Kankariyamina.
What is the pincode of Chouki?
The pincode of Chouki is 465667.
What is the population of Chouki?
Chouki has a total population of 435, including 225 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Chouki?
There are 85 households in Chouki.
What is the literacy rate in Chouki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouki is 28.97%. Male literacy is 43.11% and female literacy is 13.81%.