Chaukia - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Chaukia is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Kharuddin Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukia is 194786. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.98 hectares and falls under the 276304 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chaukia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaukia
According to the 2011 Census, Chaukia village had a total population of 678 people, including 314 males and 364 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.32%, with male literacy at 81.32% and female literacy at 55.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 314 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 122 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 209 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 105 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukia
Chaukia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | West | 0.88 km |
| Khairiddinpur Ali Azim | East | 1.16 km |
| Saraipul | North | 1.58 km |
| Pura Paran | North | 1.82 km |
| Gaharaulia | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Pura Taj | North | 1.95 km |
| Chhabawan | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Bahira Par | East | 2.27 km |
| Chak Chaukhanda | West | 2.28 km |
| Sheorazpur | West | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaukia
Public transport in the Chaukia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shahganj Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Chaukia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Chaukia is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaukia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaukia
Where is Chaukia located?
Chaukia village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukia is Kharuddin Pur.
What is the pincode of Chaukia?
The pincode of Chaukia is 276304.
What is the population of Chaukia?
Chaukia had a total population of 678, including 314 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Chaukia?
Chaukia had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukia was 67.32%. Male literacy was 81.32% and female literacy was 55.45%.