Chakwa

Chakwa is a village located in Jagdishpur subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Jagdishpur (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Chakwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Chakwa has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur 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 Chakwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakwa is 247242. The village spans a total geographical area of 419 hectares. Jagdishpur is nearest town to Chakwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Chakwa

Below is a concise population overview of Chakwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 12,814 6,627 6,187
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,088 1,083 1,005
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,114 1,076 1,038
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 198 105 93
Literate Population 7,282 4,439 2,843
Illiterate Population 5,532 2,188 3,344

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakwa village:

  • The total population of Chakwa village is around 12,814, including approximately 6,627 males and 6,187 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,088 children aged 0–6 years in Chakwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chakwa village has 2,114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 198 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chakwa village is about 56.83%, with male literacy at 66.98% and female literacy at 45.95%.
  • There are around 1,966 households in Chakwa village.

Connectivity of Chakwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakwa. As per the 2011 stats, Chakwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chakwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Chakwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakwa.

Bhatauli Hardiya Panapur Afzalpur Danwan Gangadhar Dehri Uttardaha Kataibojh Hetampur Rangarua Anharibag

Frequently Asked Questions about Chakwa

Where is Chakwa located?
Chakwa village is situated in Jagdishpur Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakwa?
Chakwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chakwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakwa is 12,814, with 6,627 males and 6,187 females.
How many households are there in Chakwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakwa village has a total of 1,966 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakwa is 56.83%. The male literacy rate is 66.98%, while the female literacy rate is 45.95%.