Chaksukwasi - Gondpipri, Chandrapur
Chaksukwasi is a village situated in the Gondpipri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondpipri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Watrana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaksukwasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaksukwasi is 541899. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.1 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Chaksukwasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaksukwasi
As per Census 2011, Chaksukwasi village has a total population of 599 people, consisting of 297 males and 302 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaksukwasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 297 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 197 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 100 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Chaksukwasi
Chaksukwasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fulora | East | 1.27 km |
| Chak Talodhi | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Watrana | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Ganeshpipari | North | 2.23 km |
| Chakpipari | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Chakpargaon | South | 3.00 km |
| Piparitukum | North | 3.40 km |
| Dhamanpeth | North | 3.55 km |
| Bhangram Talodhi | East | 3.80 km |
| Chak Vihirgaon | North | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaksukwasi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chaksukwasi. The nearest railway station is Sirpur Town, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballarpur to Chaksukwasi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Chaksukwasi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaksukwasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaksukwasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaksukwasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaksukwasi 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 Chaksukwasi
Where is Chaksukwasi located?
Chaksukwasi village is located in Gondpipri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaksukwasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaksukwasi is Watrana.
What is the pincode of Chaksukwasi?
The pincode of Chaksukwasi is 442702.
What is the population of Chaksukwasi?
Chaksukwasi has a total population of 599, including 297 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Chaksukwasi?
There are 158 households in Chaksukwasi.
What is the literacy rate in Chaksukwasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaksukwasi is 55.93%. Male literacy is 66.33% and female literacy is 45.70%.