Chakyana - Sunni, Shimla
Chakyana is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Shimla. Deola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakyana is 024222. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.19 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Chakyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakyana
According to the 2011 Census, Chakyana village had a total population of 90 people, including 50 males and 40 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.44%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 94.29%.
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 | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Chakyana
Chakyana 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 Chakyana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chakyana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Chakyana is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakyana 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 Chakyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakyana 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 Chakyana
Where is Chakyana located?
Chakyana village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakyana is Deola.
What is the pincode of Chakyana?
The pincode of Chakyana is 171301.
What is the population of Chakyana?
Chakyana had a total population of 90, including 50 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Chakyana?
Chakyana had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakyana was 97.44%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 94.29%.