Chak Afuai - Lalganj, Azamgarh
Chak Afuai is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Afuai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Afuai is 195448. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.24 hectares and falls under the 276202 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Chak Afuai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chak Afuai
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Afuai village had a total population of 406 people, including 183 males and 223 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,219 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.16%, with male literacy at 91.24% and female literacy at 62.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 183 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 58 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Afuai
Chak Afuai 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 Chak Afuai
Chak Afuai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Azamgarh to Chak Afuai is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Chak Afuai is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Afuai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Afuai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Afuai
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 Afuai 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 Chak Afuai
Where is Chak Afuai located?
Chak Afuai village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Afuai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Afuai is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Chak Afuai?
The pincode of Chak Afuai is 276202.
What is the population of Chak Afuai?
Chak Afuai had a total population of 406, including 183 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Chak Afuai?
Chak Afuai had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Afuai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Afuai was 75.16%. Male literacy was 91.24% and female literacy was 62.71%.