Chauk

Chauk is a village located in Jawhar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jawhar (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Chauk village is also a gram panchayat.

Chauk has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Chauk

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauk is 551948. The village spans a total geographical area of 1022.13 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Chauk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Chauk

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,328 650 678
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 196 102 94
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,317 642 675
Literate Population 666 389 277
Illiterate Population 662 261 401

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

  • The total population of Chauk village is around 1,328, including approximately 650 males and 678 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Chauk village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chauk village has 1,317 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chauk village is about 50.15%, with male literacy at 59.85% and female literacy at 40.86%.
  • There are around 267 households in Chauk village.

Connectivity of Chauk

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauk. As per the 2011 stats, Chauk 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 Chauk

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

Rajewadi Zap Shivajinagar Dongarwadi Pathardi Medhe Khidse Aine Manmohadi Bhuritek Dhamani

Frequently Asked Questions about Chauk

Where is Chauk located?
Chauk village is situated in Jawhar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauk?
Chauk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chauk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauk is 1,328, with 650 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Chauk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauk village has a total of 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauk is 50.15%. The male literacy rate is 59.85%, while the female literacy rate is 40.86%.