Chouka Bheda - Banda, Sagar
Chouka Bheda is a village situated in the Banda tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Chouka Bheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouka Bheda is 460254. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.26 hectares and falls under the 470335 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chouka Bheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Damoh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chouka Bheda
According to the 2011 Census, Chouka Bheda village had a total population of 1,637 people, including 859 males and 778 females, living in 395 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.41%, with male literacy at 82.71% and female literacy at 56.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 332, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 1,637 | 859 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 142 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 169 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 593 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 266 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Chouka Bheda
Chouka Bheda 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 Chouka Bheda
Chouka Bheda 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 <5 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 Banda to Chouka Bheda is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Chouka Bheda is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chouka Bheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chouka Bheda 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 Chouka Bheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chouka Bheda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chouka Bheda
Where is Chouka Bheda located?
Chouka Bheda village is located in Banda Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chouka Bheda?
Chouka Bheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chouka Bheda?
The pincode of Chouka Bheda is 470335.
What is the population of Chouka Bheda?
Chouka Bheda had a total population of 1,637, including 859 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Chouka Bheda?
Chouka Bheda had 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chouka Bheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouka Bheda was 70.41%. Male literacy was 82.71% and female literacy was 56.54%.