Chak Shahjani - Dhampur, Bijnor
Chak Shahjani is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Chakshahajani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Shahjani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Shahjani is 113555. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.33 hectares and falls under the 246761 pincode. Dhampur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chak Shahjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Shahjani
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Shahjani village had a total population of 1,187 people, including 621 males and 566 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.31%, with male literacy at 77.50% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 1,187 | 621 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 101 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 403 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 218 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Shahjani
Chak Shahjani 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 Chak Shahjani
Public transport in the Chak Shahjani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chak Shahjani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhampur to Chak Shahjani is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Chak Shahjani is about 47 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 Chak Shahjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Shahjani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Shahjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Shahjani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Shahjani
Where is Chak Shahjani located?
Chak Shahjani village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Shahjani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Shahjani is Chakshahajani.
What is the pincode of Chak Shahjani?
The pincode of Chak Shahjani is 246761.
What is the population of Chak Shahjani?
Chak Shahjani had a total population of 1,187, including 621 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Chak Shahjani?
Chak Shahjani had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Shahjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Shahjani was 66.31%. Male literacy was 77.50% and female literacy was 54.55%.