Chauki
Chauki is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Chauki village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chauki unique in its vibrant Karnaprayag-Chamoli region. You’ll see Chauki’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 Chauki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauki is 041273. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246429. Gochar is nearest town to Chauki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Chauki
Population of Chauki
According to the 2011 Census, Chauki has a total population of about 227, with approximately 97 males and 130 females. The sex ratio is around 1340 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 106 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.69%, with male literacy at about 87.63% and female literacy near 61.54%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chauki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 97 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 47 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 12 | 50 |
Connectivity of Chauki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauki. As per the 2011 stats, Chauki had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chauki
Knowing the nearby villages of Chauki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chauki
- Where is Chauki located?
- Chauki village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chauki?
- Chauki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chauki?
- The pincode of Chauki is 246429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chauki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauki is 227, with 97 males and 130 females.
- How many households are there in Chauki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chauki village has a total of 63 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chauki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauki is 72.69%. The male literacy rate is 87.63%, while the female literacy rate is 61.54%.