Chakiya - Harraiya, Basti
Chakiya is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Karsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakiya is 178992. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.62 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakiya
According to the 2011 Census, Chakiya village had a total population of 295 people, including 141 males and 154 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.24%, with male literacy at 73.28% and female literacy at 48.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 85 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 56 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Chakiya
Chakiya 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 Chakiya
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Chakiya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chakiya
Where is Chakiya located?
Chakiya village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakiya is Karsara.
What is the pincode of Chakiya?
The pincode of Chakiya is 272301.
What is the population of Chakiya?
Chakiya had a total population of 295, including 141 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Chakiya?
Chakiya had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakiya was 60.24%. Male literacy was 73.28% and female literacy was 48.87%.