Chakand
Chakand is a village located in Gaya Town C D Block subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gaya Town C.d.block (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Chakand village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chakand unique in its vibrant Gaya Town C D Block-Gaya region. You’ll see Chakand’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 Chakand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakand is 255367. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 804404. Gaya is nearest town to Chakand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Chakand
Population of Chakand
According to the 2011 Census, Chakand has a total population of about 8,804, with approximately 4,536 males and 4,268 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,629 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,012 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.62%, with male literacy at about 62.21% and female literacy near 48.62%. There are around 1,340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chakand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,804 | 4,536 | 4,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,629 | 819 | 810 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,012 | 1,032 | 980 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,897 | 2,822 | 2,075 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,907 | 1,714 | 2,193 |
Connectivity of Chakand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakand. As per the 2011 stats, Chakand 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakand
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakand
- Where is Chakand located?
- Chakand village is situated in Gaya Town C D Block Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakand?
- Chakand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chakand?
- The pincode of Chakand is 804404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakand is 8,804, with 4,536 males and 4,268 females.
- How many households are there in Chakand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakand village has a total of 1,340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakand is 55.62%. The male literacy rate is 62.21%, while the female literacy rate is 48.62%.