Chak Gulara - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Chak Gulara is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Dattapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Gulara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Gulara is 194669. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.3 hectares and falls under the 223222 pincode. Jalalpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chak Gulara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Gulara
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Gulara village had a total population of 278 people, including 135 males and 143 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.66%, with male literacy at 85.25% and female literacy at 58.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 278 | 135 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 104 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 31 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Gulara
Chak Gulara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dattapur | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Saudma | South-East | 0.76 km |
| Dawan Para | West | 0.85 km |
| Chak Mak Sudan | North | 1.13 km |
| Chak Thaneswar | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Hamirpur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Dashnaval | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Mittupur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Kalafatpur | South | 1.80 km |
| Mohammadpur | North-West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Gulara
Chak Gulara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tulsi Nagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalalpur to Chak Gulara is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Chak Gulara is about 65 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 Chak Gulara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Gulara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Gulara
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 Gulara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Gulara
Where is Chak Gulara located?
Chak Gulara village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Gulara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Gulara is Dattapur.
What is the pincode of Chak Gulara?
The pincode of Chak Gulara is 223222.
What is the population of Chak Gulara?
Chak Gulara had a total population of 278, including 135 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Chak Gulara?
Chak Gulara had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Gulara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Gulara was 71.66%. Male literacy was 85.25% and female literacy was 58.40%.