Chauki

Chauki is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Chauki village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Chauki unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun 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 045067. The village spans a total geographical area of 429.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248197. Dehradun is nearest town to Chauki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chauki village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sahaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Chauki

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Population of Chauki

According to the 2011 Census, Chauki has a total population of about 530, with approximately 320 males and 210 females. The sex ratio is around 656 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.98%, with male literacy at about 82.50% and female literacy near 68.57%. There are around 65 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 530 320 210
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 36 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 100 51 49
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 408 264 144
Illiterate Population 122 56 66

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 10+ km distance
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 Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun 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 248197, 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 530, with 320 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Chauki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauki village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauki is 76.98%. The male literacy rate is 82.50%, while the female literacy rate is 68.57%.