Chauke
About Chauke
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chauke village is 566072. Chauke village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Mahaluge is the gram panchayat of Chauke village.
The total geographical area of village is 289.47 hectares. Chauke has a total population of 284 peoples, out of which male population is 124 while female population is 160. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1290 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chauke village is 68.31% out of which 77.42% males and 61.25% females are literate. There are about 77 houses in chauke village. Pincode of chauke village locality is 416702.
When it comes to administration, Chauke village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chauke village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to chauke village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Chauke
The population details of Chauke cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 124 | 160 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 28 | 62 |
Connectivity of Chauke
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chauke
Where is Chauke located?
Chauke village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauke?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauke is Mahaluge (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chauke?
The pincode of Chauke is 416702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chauke as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauke is 284, with 124 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Chauke as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauke village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauke as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauke is 68.31%. The male literacy rate is 77.42%, while the female literacy rate is 61.25%.