Chaukul

Chaukul is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Chaukul village is also a gram panchayat.

Chaukul has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chaukul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaukul is 566871. The village spans a total geographical area of 1590 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416510. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Chaukul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Chaukul

Below is a concise population overview of Chaukul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,254 591 663
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 54 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 90 51 39
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 863 462 401
Illiterate Population 391 129 262

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chaukul village:

  • The total population of Chaukul village is around 1,254, including approximately 591 males and 663 females, with a sex ratio of 1121 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Chaukul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chaukul village has 90 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chaukul village is about 68.82%, with male literacy at 78.17% and female literacy at 60.48%.
  • There are around 397 households in Chaukul village.

Connectivity of Chaukul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaukul. As per the 2011 stats, Chaukul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chaukul

Knowing the nearby villages of Chaukul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaukul.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chaukul

Where is Chaukul located?
Chaukul village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukul?
Chaukul serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chaukul?
The pincode of Chaukul is 416510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaukul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaukul is 1,254, with 591 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Chaukul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaukul village has a total of 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaukul is 68.82%. The male literacy rate is 78.17%, while the female literacy rate is 60.48%.