Chakful - Bansdih, Ballia
Chakful is a village situated in the Bansdih tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansdih and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Badsari Jagir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakful village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakful is 199419. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.88 hectares and falls under the 277207 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chakful village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakful
According to the 2011 Census, Chakful village had a total population of 878 people, including 387 males and 491 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,269 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.13%, with male literacy at 81.13% and female literacy at 65.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 878 | 387 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 258 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 129 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Chakful
Chakful 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 Chakful
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chakful.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Chakful is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Chakful is about 28 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 Chakful
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakful 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakful
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakful village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakful
Where is Chakful located?
Chakful village is located in Bansdih Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakful?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakful is Badsari Jagir.
What is the pincode of Chakful?
The pincode of Chakful is 277207.
What is the population of Chakful?
Chakful had a total population of 878, including 387 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Chakful?
Chakful had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakful?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakful was 72.13%. Male literacy was 81.13% and female literacy was 65.51%.