Chowk
Chowk is a village located in Maharajganj tehsil of Mahrajganj district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajganj (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Mahrajganj. As per 2009 stats, Chauk is the gram panchayat of Chowk village.
Here you can discover what makes Chowk unique in its vibrant Maharajganj-Mahrajganj region. You’ll see Chowk’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chowk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chowk is 184475. The village spans a total geographical area of 735.5 hectares. Mahrajganj is nearest town to Chowk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 153km away.
Google Map of Chowk
Population of Chowk
According to the 2011 Census, Chowk has a total population of about 9,821, with approximately 5,063 males and 4,758 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,576 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,643 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 55. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.03%, with male literacy at about 63.44% and female literacy near 39.89%. There are around 1,521 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chowk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,821 | 5,063 | 4,758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,576 | 832 | 744 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,643 | 828 | 815 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 5,110 | 3,212 | 1,898 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,711 | 1,851 | 2,860 |
Connectivity of Chowk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chowk. However, as per the 2011 stats, no information about connectivity options was available for Chowk.
Nearby Villages of Chowk
Knowing the nearby villages of Chowk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chowk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chowk
- Where is Chowk located?
- Chowk village is situated in Maharajganj Tehsil, within the Mahrajganj district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chowk?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chowk is Chauk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chowk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowk is 9,821, with 5,063 males and 4,758 females.
- How many households are there in Chowk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chowk village has a total of 1,521 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chowk as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowk is 52.03%. The male literacy rate is 63.44%, while the female literacy rate is 39.89%.