Chauki (Mahakaya) - Kandhar, Nanded
Chauki (Mahakaya) is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Chowki Mahakaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauki (Mahakaya) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauki (Mahakaya) is 545385. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 431746 pincode. Mukhed is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chauki (Mahakaya) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauki (Mahakaya)
As per Census 2011, Chauki (Mahakaya) village has a total population of 650 people, consisting of 334 males and 316 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauki (Mahakaya) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 650 | 334 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 137 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 224 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 110 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Chauki (Mahakaya)
Chauki (Mahakaya) 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 Chauki (Mahakaya)
Public transport in the Chauki (Mahakaya) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mukhed to Chauki (Mahakaya) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Chauki (Mahakaya) is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauki (Mahakaya)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauki (Mahakaya) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauki (Mahakaya)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauki (Mahakaya) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauki (Mahakaya)
Where is Chauki (Mahakaya) located?
Chauki (Mahakaya) village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauki (Mahakaya)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauki (Mahakaya) is Chowki Mahakaya.
What is the pincode of Chauki (Mahakaya)?
The pincode of Chauki (Mahakaya) is 431746.
What is the population of Chauki (Mahakaya)?
Chauki (Mahakaya) has a total population of 650, including 334 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Chauki (Mahakaya)?
There are 149 households in Chauki (Mahakaya).
What is the literacy rate in Chauki (Mahakaya)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki (Mahakaya) is 60.77%. Male literacy is 67.07% and female literacy is 54.11%.