Chapilan - Harraiya, Basti
Chapilan is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Chapilan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapilan is 179848. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.56 hectares and falls under the 272128 pincode.
Chapilan 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 Chapilan
As per Census 2011, Chapilan village has a total population of 909 people, consisting of 453 males and 456 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapilan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 909 | 453 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 127 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 306 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 147 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Chapilan
Chapilan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Likambar | North | 0.90 km |
| Badolia | South | 0.96 km |
| Hiyarupur | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Banjariya Gosai | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Kanona | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Chaugarhawa | East | 1.13 km |
| Pure Badli | North | 1.22 km |
| Kuwan Gaon | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Pure Katif | North | 1.62 km |
| Kesariya | East | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapilan
Public transport in the Chapilan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| 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 Basti to Chapilan is about 38 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 Chapilan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapilan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chapilan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapilan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chapilan
Where is Chapilan located?
Chapilan village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapilan?
Chapilan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chapilan?
The pincode of Chapilan is 272128.
What is the population of Chapilan?
Chapilan has a total population of 909, including 453 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Chapilan?
There are 165 households in Chapilan.
What is the literacy rate in Chapilan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapilan is 58.20%. Male literacy is 67.55% and female literacy is 48.90%.