Churki Village - Dudhamania, Singrauli
Churki is a village situated in the Dudhamania tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Chitrangi and around 35 km from Singrauli. Churaki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churki is 503641. The village covers a total geographical area of 1331.77 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Churki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churki
As per Census 2011, Churki village has a total population of 5,448 people, consisting of 2,831 males and 2,617 females. The village has 994 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,090 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,177 literate and 3,271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 907 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,624 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churki are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,448 | 2,831 | 2,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,090 | 540 | 550 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 907 | 458 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,624 | 1,355 | 1,269 |
| Literate Population | 2,177 | 1,403 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,271 | 1,428 | 1,843 |
Nearby Villages of Churki
Churki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanhud | West | 3.51 km |
| Chakariya | North | 3.78 km |
| Auri | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Chatari | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Khirwa | West | 5.41 km |
| Nakati | South | 5.42 km |
| Ranahor | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Gaurhawa | North | 6.75 km |
| Kakari | South | 6.98 km |
| Anpara (ct) | South-East | 7.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churki
Churki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Karaila Road Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Churki is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Churki is about 35 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 Churki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Churki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churki 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Churki
Where is Churki located?
Churki village is located in Dudhamania Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churki?
The Gram Panchayat of Churki is Churaki.
What is the pincode of Churki?
The pincode of Churki is 486882.
What is the population of Churki?
Churki has a total population of 5,448, including 2,831 males and 2,617 females.
How many households are there in Churki?
There are 994 households in Churki.
What is the literacy rate in Churki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churki is 39.96%. Male literacy is 49.56% and female literacy is 29.58%.