Chauka
Chauka is a village located in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 29.7km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatal. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Chauka village. As per 2009 stats, Dewanchak Ii is the gram panchayat of Chauka village.
Chauka has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chauka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauka is 337739. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721232. Ghatal is nearest town to Chauka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chauka
Population of Chauka
Below is a concise population overview of Chauka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,495 | 785 | 710 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 59 | 68 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Literate Population | 1,195 | 687 | 508 |
Illiterate Population | 300 | 98 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chauka village:
- The total population of Chauka village is around 1,495, including approximately 785 males and 710 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Chauka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chauka village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chauka village is about 79.93%, with male literacy at 87.52% and female literacy at 71.55%.
- There are around 318 households in Chauka village.
Connectivity of Chauka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauka. As per the 2011 stats, Chauka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chauka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chauka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chauka
- Where is Chauka located?
- Chauka village is situated in Ghatal Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chauka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chauka is Dewanchak Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chauka?
- The pincode of Chauka is 721232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauka is 1,495, with 785 males and 710 females.
- How many households are there in Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chauka village has a total of 318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chauka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauka is 79.93%. The male literacy rate is 87.52%, while the female literacy rate is 71.55%.