Chauka - Karera, Shivpuri
Chauka is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Choka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauka is 455662. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.01 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chauka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauka
As per Census 2011, Chauka village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 390 males and 349 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 390 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 289 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 101 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Chauka
Chauka 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 Chauka
Chauka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Karera to Chauka is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Chauka is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauka
Where is Chauka located?
Chauka village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauka is Choka.
What is the pincode of Chauka?
The pincode of Chauka is 473660.
What is the population of Chauka?
Chauka has a total population of 739, including 390 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Chauka?
There are 160 households in Chauka.
What is the literacy rate in Chauka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauka is 61.43%. Male literacy is 74.10% and female literacy is 47.28%.