Chakband - Mansahi, Katihar
Chakband is a village situated in the Mansahi subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansahi and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Marangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakband village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakband is 225510. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.1 hectares and falls under the 854103 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chakband village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakband
As per Census 2011, Chakband village has a total population of 1,491 people, consisting of 791 males and 700 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakband are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,491 | 791 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 175 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 307 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 484 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Chakband
Chakband 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 Chakband
Chakband is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chakband has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Chakband is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakband
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakband village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chakband
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakband 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 Chakband
Where is Chakband located?
Chakband village is located in Mansahi Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakband?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakband is Marangi.
What is the pincode of Chakband?
The pincode of Chakband is 854103.
What is the population of Chakband?
Chakband has a total population of 1,491, including 791 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Chakband?
There are 335 households in Chakband.
What is the literacy rate in Chakband?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakband is 36.08%. Male literacy is 38.81% and female literacy is 33.00%.