Chak Gaura - Manikpur, Chitrakoot
Chak Gaura is a village situated in the Manikpur tehsil of Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Karwi and around 14 km from Chitrakoot. Kui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Gaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Gaura is 155786. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.59 hectares and falls under the 210205 pincode. Karwi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chak Gaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manikpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Gaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Gaura village had a total population of 289 people, including 146 males and 143 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.13%, with male literacy at 78.99% and female literacy at 47.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263.
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 | 289 | 146 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 94 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 52 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Gaura
Chak Gaura 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 Chak Gaura
Chak Gaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karwi to Chak Gaura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitrakoot to Chak Gaura is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Gaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Gaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Gaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Gaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Gaura
Where is Chak Gaura located?
Chak Gaura village is located in Manikpur Tehsil, Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Gaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Gaura is Kui.
What is the pincode of Chak Gaura?
The pincode of Chak Gaura is 210205.
What is the population of Chak Gaura?
Chak Gaura had a total population of 289, including 146 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Chak Gaura?
Chak Gaura had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Gaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Gaura was 64.13%. Male literacy was 78.99% and female literacy was 47.12%.