Chaudhera - Shikarpur, Bulandshahr
Chaudhera is a village situated in the Shikarpur tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikarpur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahr. Chaudhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaudhera is 121447. The village covers a total geographical area of 951.034 hectares and falls under the 203392 pincode. Debai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chaudhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaudhera
As per Census 2011, Chaudhera village has a total population of 8,737 people, consisting of 4,694 males and 4,043 females. The village has 1,493 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,618 literate and 4,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaudhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,737 | 4,694 | 4,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,346 | 748 | 598 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,425 | 1,287 | 1,138 |
| Literate Population | 4,618 | 3,007 | 1,611 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,119 | 1,687 | 2,432 |
Nearby Villages of Chaudhera
Chaudhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madanpur Mubarakpur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Barkatpur | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Dhaurau | South | 2.75 km |
| Samaspur | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Barkhara Hasangarhi | South | 2.84 km |
| Rasoolpur Urf Narayanpur | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Dangarh | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Shekhupur | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Beram Nagar | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Keratpur | North-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaudhera
Chaudhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atrauli Road, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Debai to Chaudhera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahr to Chaudhera is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaudhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaudhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaudhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaudhera 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 Chaudhera
Where is Chaudhera located?
Chaudhera village is located in Shikarpur Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaudhera?
Chaudhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaudhera?
The pincode of Chaudhera is 203392.
What is the population of Chaudhera?
Chaudhera has a total population of 8,737, including 4,694 males and 4,043 females.
How many households are there in Chaudhera?
There are 1,493 households in Chaudhera.
What is the literacy rate in Chaudhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaudhera is 52.86%. Male literacy is 64.06% and female literacy is 39.85%.