Chaukania - Maholi, Sitapur
Chaukania is a village situated in the Maholi tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Misrikh and around 38 km from Sitapur. Chaukaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukania is 136874. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.41 hectares and falls under the 261151 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chaukania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maholi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhaurahra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaukania
According to the 2011 Census, Chaukania village had a total population of 1,024 people, including 566 males and 458 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.00%, with male literacy at 70.93% and female literacy at 50.65%.
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 | 1,024 | 566 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 349 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 217 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukania
Chaukania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bicha Pari | East | 0.85 km |
| Brahmawali | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Pisavan | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Daulatiapur | South | 1.40 km |
| Allipur | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Neodia | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Brahmaola | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Mohammadapur-2 | North | 2.51 km |
| Kherwa | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Ismailpur | South-East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaukania
Chaukania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalpur Chandra, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sitapur to Chaukania is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Chaukania is about 38 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 Chaukania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chaukania
Where is Chaukania located?
Chaukania village is located in Maholi Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukania?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukania is Chaukaniya.
What is the pincode of Chaukania?
The pincode of Chaukania is 261151.
What is the population of Chaukania?
Chaukania had a total population of 1,024, including 566 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Chaukania?
Chaukania had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukania was 62.00%. Male literacy was 70.93% and female literacy was 50.65%.