Chakia - Kochas, Rohtas
Chakia is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Gara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakia is 250624. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.9 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 45 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 293 people, including 143 males and 150 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.82%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 67.23%.
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 | 293 | 143 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 99 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 44 | 70 |
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 bus services. Chakia 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 Sasaram to Chakia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chakia
Where is Chakia located?
Chakia village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakia is Gara.
What is the pincode of Chakia?
The pincode of Chakia is 821112.
What is the population of Chakia?
Chakia had a total population of 293, including 143 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Chakia?
Chakia had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakia was 76.82%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 67.23%.