Chauna - Dadri, Gautam Buddha Nagar
Chauna is a village situated in the Dadri tehsil of Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Gautam Buddha Nagar. Chauna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauna is 120158. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.99 hectares and falls under the 201009 pincode. Ga. Bad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gautam Buddha Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauna
As per Census 2011, Chauna village has a total population of 2,407 people, consisting of 1,322 males and 1,085 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,627 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,407 | 1,322 | 1,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 196 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 349 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 1,003 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 319 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Chauna
Chauna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Sidipur | South-West | 0.70 km |
| Naglaudairampur | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Tatarpur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Sidipur | South | 1.59 km |
| Jaitwarpur | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Hasanpur Lodha | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Akalpur Jagir | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Amapur Lodha | North | 2.39 km |
| Pyawali Tajpur | South | 2.53 km |
| Uncha Amipur | South-East | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chauna
Chauna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasna, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ga. Bad to Chauna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gautam Buddha Nagar to Chauna is about 23 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 Chauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chauna
Where is Chauna located?
Chauna village is located in Dadri Tehsil, Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauna?
Chauna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chauna?
The pincode of Chauna is 201009.
What is the population of Chauna?
Chauna has a total population of 2,407, including 1,322 males and 1,085 females.
How many households are there in Chauna?
There are 398 households in Chauna.
What is the literacy rate in Chauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauna is 67.59%. Male literacy is 75.87% and female literacy is 57.51%.