Chhotki Naki - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Chhotki Naki is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bari Naki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotki Naki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotki Naki is 240309. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chhotki Naki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhotki Naki
According to the 2011 Census, Chhotki Naki village had a total population of 2,390 people, including 1,245 males and 1,145 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.99%, with male literacy at 68.98% and female literacy at 45.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 639, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,390 | 1,245 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 252 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 337 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 685 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,298 | 560 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotki Naki
Chhotki Naki is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chhotki Naki
Chhotki Naki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Chhotki Naki is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Chhotki Naki is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotki Naki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotki Naki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhotki Naki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotki Naki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhotki Naki
Where is Chhotki Naki located?
Chhotki Naki village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotki Naki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotki Naki is Bari Naki.
What is the pincode of Chhotki Naki?
The pincode of Chhotki Naki is 813204.
What is the population of Chhotki Naki?
Chhotki Naki had a total population of 2,390, including 1,245 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Chhotki Naki?
Chhotki Naki had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotki Naki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotki Naki was 57.99%. Male literacy was 68.98% and female literacy was 45.73%.