Chilkara
Chilkara is a village located in Bausi subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bausi (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Chilkara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chilkara unique in its vibrant Bausi-Banka region. You’ll see Chilkara’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 Chilkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilkara is 242468. The village spans a total geographical area of 2070 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Chilkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Chilkara
Population of Chilkara
According to the 2011 Census, Chilkara has a total population of about 5,678, with approximately 2,863 males and 2,815 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 926 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 168 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,830. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.14%, with male literacy at about 44.50% and female literacy near 29.66%. There are around 1,142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,678 | 2,863 | 2,815 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 926 | 446 | 480 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 77 | 91 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,830 | 1,938 | 1,892 |
Literate Population | 2,109 | 1,274 | 835 |
Illiterate Population | 3,569 | 1,589 | 1,980 |
Connectivity of Chilkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilkara. As per the 2011 stats, Chilkara 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilkara
- Where is Chilkara located?
- Chilkara village is situated in Bausi Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilkara?
- Chilkara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chilkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilkara is 5,678, with 2,863 males and 2,815 females.
- How many households are there in Chilkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilkara village has a total of 1,142 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilkara is 37.14%. The male literacy rate is 44.50%, while the female literacy rate is 29.66%.