Chak Katokhar - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Chak Katokhar is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Hanswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Katokhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Katokhar is 167265. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.92 hectares and falls under the 224143 pincode. Tanda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chak Katokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Katokhar
As per Census 2011, Chak Katokhar village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 297 males and 307 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Katokhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 297 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 143 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 186 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 111 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Katokhar
Chak Katokhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhpur | West | 0.74 km |
| Katokhar | East | 0.77 km |
| Hanswar | North | 1.34 km |
| Gohila | South | 1.96 km |
| Semra Nasirpur | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Museypur Kalan | East | 2.24 km |
| Chak Daudpur | North | 2.59 km |
| Shamsuddin Pur | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Miyanpur Kaitholi | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Samuda | South-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Katokhar
Chak Katokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jafarganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanda to Chak Katokhar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Chak Katokhar is about 35 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 Chak Katokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Katokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Katokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Katokhar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Katokhar
Where is Chak Katokhar located?
Chak Katokhar village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Katokhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Katokhar is Hanswar.
What is the pincode of Chak Katokhar?
The pincode of Chak Katokhar is 224143.
What is the population of Chak Katokhar?
Chak Katokhar has a total population of 604, including 297 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Chak Katokhar?
There are 91 households in Chak Katokhar.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Katokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Katokhar is 61.26%. Male literacy is 62.63% and female literacy is 59.93%.