Chaukari - Gola, Gorakhpur
Chaukari is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Chaukadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukari is 187912. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.05 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gola is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chaukari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaukari
According to the 2011 Census, Chaukari village had a total population of 934 people, including 449 males and 485 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.67%, with male literacy at 90.22% and female literacy at 70.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 934 | 449 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 332 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 117 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukari
Chaukari 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 Chaukari
Chaukari 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gola to Chaukari is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Chaukari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaukari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaukari
Where is Chaukari located?
Chaukari village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaukari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukari is Chaukadi.
What is the pincode of Chaukari?
The pincode of Chaukari is 273407.
What is the population of Chaukari?
Chaukari had a total population of 934, including 449 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Chaukari?
Chaukari had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukari was 79.67%. Male literacy was 90.22% and female literacy was 70.17%.