Old Chalkot - Athibung, Peren
Old Chalkot is a village situated in the Athibung circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athibung and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Old Chalkot is 268341. The village falls under the 797110 pincode. Jalukie Town is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Old Chalkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tenning Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Old Chalkot
As per Census 2011, Old Chalkot village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 247 males and 252 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 499 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Old Chalkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 247 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 247 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 180 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 67 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Old Chalkot
Old Chalkot 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 Old Chalkot
Old Chalkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jalukie Town to Old Chalkot is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Peren to Old Chalkot is about 38 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 Old Chalkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Old Chalkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Old Chalkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Old Chalkot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Old Chalkot
Where is Old Chalkot located?
Old Chalkot village is located in Athibung Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Old Chalkot?
The pincode of Old Chalkot is 797110.
What is the population of Old Chalkot?
Old Chalkot has a total population of 499, including 247 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Old Chalkot?
There are 84 households in Old Chalkot.
What is the literacy rate in Old Chalkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Old Chalkot is 74.55%. Male literacy is 72.87% and female literacy is 76.19%.