Chhaka Tola - Barharia, Siwan
Chhaka Tola is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Madhopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhaka Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhaka Tola is 231442. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chhaka Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhaka Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Chhaka Tola village had a total population of 2,861 people, including 1,492 males and 1,369 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.01%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 70.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256.
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 | 2,861 | 1,492 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 228 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,783 | 973 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 519 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Chhaka Tola
Chhaka Tola 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 Chhaka Tola
Chhaka Tola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chhaka Tola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Chhaka Tola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhaka Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhaka Tola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhaka Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhaka Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhaka Tola
Where is Chhaka Tola located?
Chhaka Tola village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhaka Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhaka Tola is Madhopur.
What is the pincode of Chhaka Tola?
The pincode of Chhaka Tola is 841232.
What is the population of Chhaka Tola?
Chhaka Tola had a total population of 2,861, including 1,492 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Chhaka Tola?
Chhaka Tola had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaka Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaka Tola was 74.01%. Male literacy was 76.98% and female literacy was 70.74%.