Chakauti - Bokhara, Sitamarhi
Chakauti is a village situated in the Bokhara subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokhara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Chakauti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakauti is 219807. The village covers a total geographical area of 684 hectares and falls under the 843333 pincode. Pupri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chakauti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakauti
According to the 2011 Census, Chakauti village had a total population of 8,962 people, including 4,619 males and 4,343 females, living in 2,024 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 64.23% and female literacy at 49.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,471.
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 | 8,962 | 4,619 | 4,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,443 | 730 | 713 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,471 | 797 | 674 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,296 | 2,498 | 1,798 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,666 | 2,121 | 2,545 |
Nearby Villages of Chakauti
Chakauti 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 Chakauti
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chakauti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pupri to Chakauti is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Chakauti is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakauti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakauti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chakauti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakauti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakauti
Where is Chakauti located?
Chakauti village is located in Bokhara Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakauti?
Chakauti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chakauti?
The pincode of Chakauti is 843333.
What is the population of Chakauti?
Chakauti had a total population of 8,962, including 4,619 males and 4,343 females.
How many households are there in Chakauti?
Chakauti had 2,024 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakauti was 57.14%. Male literacy was 64.23% and female literacy was 49.53%.