Chepkia
Chepkia is a village located in Purbi Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Purbi Tundi* (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Ukma is the gram panchayat of Chepkia village.
Here you can discover what makes Chepkia unique in its vibrant Purbi Tundi-Dhanbad region. You’ll see Chepkia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chepkia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chepkia is 361217. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 828109. Dhanbad is nearest town to Chepkia village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chepkia
Population of Chepkia
According to the 2011 Census, Chepkia has a total population of about 899, with approximately 452 males and 447 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 103 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 317. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.83%, with male literacy at about 64.60% and female literacy near 34.90%. There are around 151 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chepkia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 452 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 168 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 292 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 160 | 291 |
Connectivity of Chepkia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chepkia. As per the 2011 stats, Chepkia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chepkia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chepkia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chepkia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chepkia
- Where is Chepkia located?
- Chepkia village is situated in Purbi Tundi Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chepkia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chepkia is Ukma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chepkia?
- The pincode of Chepkia is 828109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chepkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chepkia is 899, with 452 males and 447 females.
- How many households are there in Chepkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chepkia village has a total of 151 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chepkia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chepkia is 49.83%. The male literacy rate is 64.60%, while the female literacy rate is 34.90%.