Chaugwan - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Chaugwan is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Dakahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaugwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaugwan is 173111. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.12 hectares and falls under the 271835 pincode. Ikauna is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chaugwan 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 Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chaugwan
According to the 2011 Census, Chaugwan village had a total population of 325 people, including 158 males and 167 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.81%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 46.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
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 | 325 | 158 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 100 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 58 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Chaugwan
Chaugwan 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 Chaugwan
Chaugwan 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 Ikauna to Chaugwan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Chaugwan is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaugwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaugwan 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 Chaugwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaugwan 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 Chaugwan
Where is Chaugwan located?
Chaugwan village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaugwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaugwan is Dakahi.
What is the pincode of Chaugwan?
The pincode of Chaugwan is 271835.
What is the population of Chaugwan?
Chaugwan had a total population of 325, including 158 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Chaugwan?
Chaugwan had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaugwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaugwan was 60.81%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 46.81%.