Chauru - Phagi, Jaipur
Chauru is a village situated in the Phagi tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Chouru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauru is 079891. The village covers a total geographical area of 4757.13 hectares and falls under the 303005 pincode. Jaipur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chauru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dudu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ajmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauru
As per Census 2011, Chauru village has a total population of 5,804 people, consisting of 3,006 males and 2,798 females. The village has 936 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 793 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,185 literate and 2,619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 842 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,804 | 3,006 | 2,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 793 | 403 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 842 | 452 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 70 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 3,185 | 2,027 | 1,158 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,619 | 979 | 1,640 |
Nearby Villages of Chauru
Chauru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainpura @ Bharatpura | North | 4.17 km |
| Palri | South | 4.88 km |
| Sawai Mansinghpura | West | 4.90 km |
| Sawai Madhosinghpura | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Shankarpura | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Nareda | South-West | 5.39 km |
| Nari Khera | South | 5.63 km |
| Lasariya | South-East | 5.72 km |
| Chhapri | West | 5.88 km |
| Biharipura | North | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chauru
Public transport in the Chauru is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naraina, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaipur to Chauru is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chauru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chauru
Where is Chauru located?
Chauru village is located in Phagi Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauru?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauru is Chouru.
What is the pincode of Chauru?
The pincode of Chauru is 303005.
What is the population of Chauru?
Chauru has a total population of 5,804, including 3,006 males and 2,798 females.
How many households are there in Chauru?
There are 936 households in Chauru.
What is the literacy rate in Chauru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauru is 54.88%. Male literacy is 67.43% and female literacy is 41.39%.