Halwaiya Chak - Harraiya, Basti
Halwaiya Chak is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Basthanwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halwaiya Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halwaiya Chak is 179795. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.46 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Halwaiya Chak 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 Halwaiya Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Halwaiya Chak village had a total population of 762 people, including 400 males and 362 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.72%, with male literacy at 67.88% and female literacy at 48.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 269.
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 | 762 | 400 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 138 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 224 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 176 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Halwaiya Chak
Halwaiya Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talwapur Mafi | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Basthanhwa | West | 1.11 km |
| Kuwarapur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Pachaura | East | 1.28 km |
| Harewa Shukul | South | 1.33 km |
| Nedula | North | 1.55 km |
| Kohraoye | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Ranipur Basyanwa | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Baneriya | South | 1.93 km |
| Chaudhariya | North-West | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Halwaiya Chak
Halwaiya Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 93.3 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 Halwaiya Chak is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Halwaiya Chak is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halwaiya Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halwaiya Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Halwaiya Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halwaiya Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halwaiya Chak
Where is Halwaiya Chak located?
Halwaiya Chak village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halwaiya Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Halwaiya Chak is Basthanwa.
What is the pincode of Halwaiya Chak?
The pincode of Halwaiya Chak is 272130.
What is the population of Halwaiya Chak?
Halwaiya Chak had a total population of 762, including 400 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Halwaiya Chak?
Halwaiya Chak had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halwaiya Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halwaiya Chak was 58.72%. Male literacy was 67.88% and female literacy was 48.47%.