Chakia - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Chakia is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Chakia Bhupali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakia is 206964. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.19 hectares and falls under the 232104 pincode. Mugalsarai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chakia 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 Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakia
According to the 2011 Census, Chakia village had a total population of 629 people, including 312 males and 317 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.83%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 57.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 629 | 312 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 222 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 90 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Chakia
Chakia 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 Chakia
Public transport in the Chakia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chakia.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mugalsarai to Chakia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Chakia is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakia 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 Chakia
Where is Chakia located?
Chakia village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakia is Chakia Bhupali.
What is the pincode of Chakia?
The pincode of Chakia is 232104.
What is the population of Chakia?
Chakia had a total population of 629, including 312 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Chakia?
Chakia had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakia was 70.83%. Male literacy was 84.41% and female literacy was 57.36%.