Chakpulaia - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Chakpulaia is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Kualbera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakpulaia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakpulaia is 361685. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Chakpulaia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakpulaia
As per Census 2011, Chakpulaia village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 98 males and 114 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakpulaia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 98 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 81 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 61 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 37 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Chakpulaia
Chakpulaia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shital Kanali | North-East | 0.59 km |
| Latbedhibarwadi | West | 0.67 km |
| Hariadi | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Palaidi | South | 1.14 km |
| Khandari | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Bakashpura | East | 1.45 km |
| Konartanr | West | 1.47 km |
| Birajpur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Jadabpur | East | 2.02 km |
| Barmeshia | North | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakpulaia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chakpulaia. The nearest railway station is Bhuli, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Dhanbad to Chakpulaia is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakpulaia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakpulaia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakpulaia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakpulaia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakpulaia
Where is Chakpulaia located?
Chakpulaia village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakpulaia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakpulaia is Kualbera.
What is the pincode of Chakpulaia?
The pincode of Chakpulaia is 828109.
What is the population of Chakpulaia?
Chakpulaia has a total population of 212, including 98 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Chakpulaia?
There are 35 households in Chakpulaia.
What is the literacy rate in Chakpulaia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakpulaia is 45.75%. Male literacy is 62.24% and female literacy is 31.58%.