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)
According to the 2011 Census, Chauki (Mahakaya) village had a total population of 650 people, including 334 males and 316 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.24%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 67.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
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 | 650 | 334 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 137 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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) had a total population of 650, including 334 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Chauki (Mahakaya)?
Chauki (Mahakaya) had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki (Mahakaya)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki (Mahakaya) was 75.24%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 67.59%.