Chaukan
About Chaukan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chaukan village is 332224. Chaukan village is located in Manbazar Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.5km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 45.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bari Jagda is the gram panchayat of Chaukan village.
The total geographical area of village is 352.87 hectares. Chaukan has a total population of 1,354 peoples, out of which male population is 694 while female population is 660. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 951 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chaukan village is 49.63% out of which 62.10% males and 36.52% females are literate. There are about 285 houses in chaukan village. Pincode of chaukan village locality is 723131.
Purulia is nearest town to chaukan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
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Population of Chaukan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,354 | 694 | 660 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 431 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 263 | 419 |
Connectivity of Chaukan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaukan
Where is Chaukan located?
Chaukan village is situated in Manbazar Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukan is Bari Jagda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chaukan?
The pincode of Chaukan is 723131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaukan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaukan is 1,354, with 694 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Chaukan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaukan village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaukan is 49.63%. The male literacy rate is 62.10%, while the female literacy rate is 36.52%.