Chauki - Mahroni, Lalitpur
Chauki is a village situated in the Mahroni tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahroni and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Chauki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauki is 153391. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.36 hectares and falls under the 284405 pincode. Lalitpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chauki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehroni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauki
As per Census 2011, Chauki village has a total population of 1,017 people, consisting of 532 males and 485 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,017 | 532 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 381 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 151 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Chauki
Chauki 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 Chauki
Public transport in the Chauki 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 Lalitpur to Chauki is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lalitpur to Chauki is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauki 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 Chauki
Where is Chauki located?
Chauki village is located in Mahroni Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauki?
Chauki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chauki?
The pincode of Chauki is 284405.
What is the population of Chauki?
Chauki has a total population of 1,017, including 532 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Chauki?
There are 210 households in Chauki.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauki is 63.03%. Male literacy is 71.62% and female literacy is 53.61%.