Chaknia
Chaknia is a village located in Chakia subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chakia(pipra) (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Bherkhia is the gram panchayat of Chaknia village.
Here you can discover what makes Chaknia unique in its vibrant Chakia-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Chaknia’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 Chaknia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaknia is 218455. The village spans a total geographical area of 356.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845416. Chakia is nearest town to Chaknia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Chaknia
Population of Chaknia
According to the 2011 Census, Chaknia has a total population of about 3,383, with approximately 1,768 males and 1,615 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 682 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 397 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.55%, with male literacy at about 40.61% and female literacy near 25.82%. There are around 555 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaknia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,383 | 1,768 | 1,615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 380 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 205 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 718 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,248 | 1,050 | 1,198 |
Connectivity of Chaknia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaknia. As per the 2011 stats, Chaknia 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chaknia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaknia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaknia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaknia
- Where is Chaknia located?
- Chaknia village is situated in Chakia Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaknia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chaknia is Bherkhia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chaknia?
- The pincode of Chaknia is 845416, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaknia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaknia is 3,383, with 1,768 males and 1,615 females.
- How many households are there in Chaknia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaknia village has a total of 555 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaknia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaknia is 33.55%. The male literacy rate is 40.61%, while the female literacy rate is 25.82%.