Chakia - Bhorey, Gopalganj
Chakia is a village situated in the Bhorey subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhorey and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Khadahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakia is 230143. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.96 hectares and falls under the 841426 pincode. Kataiya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakia
According to the 2011 Census, Chakia village had a total population of 506 people, including 227 males and 279 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.88%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 65.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 506 | 227 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 156 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 71 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Chakia
Chakia 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 Chakia
Chakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kataiya to Chakia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Chakia is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakia
Where is Chakia located?
Chakia village is located in Bhorey Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakia is Khadahi.
What is the pincode of Chakia?
The pincode of Chakia is 841426.
What is the population of Chakia?
Chakia had a total population of 506, including 227 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Chakia?
Chakia had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakia was 74.88%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 65.97%.