Chauki - Bhograi, Balasore
Chauki is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Bhograi and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Kumbharmuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauki is 391677. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chauki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauki
As per Census 2011, Chauki village has a total population of 1,093 people, consisting of 553 males and 540 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,093 | 553 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 459 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 94 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Chauki
Chauki 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
Chauki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Chauki is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chauki is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chauki
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chauki
Where is Chauki located?
Chauki village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauki is Kumbharmuli.
What is the pincode of Chauki?
The pincode of Chauki is 756036.
What is the population of Chauki?
Chauki has a total population of 1,093, including 553 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Chauki?
There are 287 households in Chauki.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki is 78.04%. Male literacy is 83.00% and female literacy is 72.96%.