Chouki - Shahgarh, Sagar
Chouki is a village situated in the Shahgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahgarh and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Hirapur (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chouki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouki is 460365. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.71 hectares and falls under the 470335 pincode. Shahgarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chouki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chouki
According to the 2011 Census, Chouki village had a total population of 82 people, including 50 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 640 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.65%, with male literacy at 46.51% and female literacy at 36.00%.
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 | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 20 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 30 | 23 |
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 <5 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 Shahgarh to Chouki is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Chouki is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chouki
Where is Chouki located?
Chouki village is located in Shahgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chouki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chouki is Hirapur (p).
What is the pincode of Chouki?
The pincode of Chouki is 470335.
What is the population of Chouki?
Chouki had a total population of 82, including 50 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Chouki?
Chouki had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chouki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouki was 42.65%. Male literacy was 46.51% and female literacy was 36.00%.