Chauka
Chauka is a village located in Handia tehsil of Allahabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Handia (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Allahabad. As per 2009 stats, Chauka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chauka unique in its vibrant Handia-Allahabad region. You’ll see Chauka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chauka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauka is 162611. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.26 hectares. Allahabad is nearest town to Chauka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Chauka
Population of Chauka
According to the 2011 Census, Chauka has a total population of about 1,639, with approximately 792 males and 847 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 278 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 638 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.99%, with male literacy at about 72.60% and female literacy near 52.07%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chauka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,639 | 792 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 149 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 327 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 575 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 217 | 406 |
Connectivity of Chauka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauka. As per the 2011 stats, Chauka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chauka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chauka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chauka
- Where is Chauka located?
- Chauka village is situated in Handia Tehsil, within the Allahabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chauka?
- Chauka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauka is 1,639, with 792 males and 847 females.
- How many households are there in Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chauka village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauka is 61.99%. The male literacy rate is 72.60%, while the female literacy rate is 52.07%.