Chakiya - Bairia, Ballia
Chakiya is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Chakiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakiya is 199957. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.5 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chakiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakiya
As per Census 2011, Chakiya village has a total population of 7,902 people, consisting of 4,051 males and 3,851 females. The village has 1,071 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,960 literate and 2,942 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 486 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,902 | 4,051 | 3,851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,162 | 614 | 548 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,264 | 671 | 593 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 250 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 4,960 | 2,935 | 2,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,942 | 1,116 | 1,826 |
Nearby Villages of Chakiya
Chakiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalpatpur | West | 1.30 km |
| Chak Girdhar | East | 1.37 km |
| Harakhpur | South | 1.69 km |
| Karmanpur | North | 1.69 km |
| Talibpur | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Sabalpur | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Tengarahi | South | 2.52 km |
| Kotawa | East | 2.64 km |
| Bariya | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Daya Chhupra | South-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakiya
Chakiya 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 Suraimanpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Chakiya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chakiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakiya
Where is Chakiya located?
Chakiya village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakiya?
Chakiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chakiya?
The pincode of Chakiya is 277208.
What is the population of Chakiya?
Chakiya has a total population of 7,902, including 4,051 males and 3,851 females.
How many households are there in Chakiya?
There are 1,071 households in Chakiya.
What is the literacy rate in Chakiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakiya is 62.77%. Male literacy is 72.45% and female literacy is 52.58%.