Chak Farid - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Chak Farid is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Chakfarid serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Farid village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Farid is 203939. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.6 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode.
Chak Farid village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Farid
As per Census 2011, Chak Farid village has a total population of 2,220 people, consisting of 1,097 males and 1,123 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,286 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 640 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Farid are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,220 | 1,097 | 1,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 169 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 640 | 324 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,286 | 715 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 382 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Farid
Chak Farid 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Said | South-East | 0.53 km |
| Chak Sarif | East | 0.59 km |
| Aakab Hauz | North-West | 0.60 km |
| Chak Abdul Rasul | North | 0.86 km |
| Chak Abdul Rahim | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Faridpur | West | 1.38 km |
| Bangali Pur | West | 1.40 km |
| Akber Pur | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Larpur | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Asspur | South-East | 1.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Farid
Chak Farid is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| 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 Ghazipur to Chak Farid is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Farid
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Farid village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Farid
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 Farid 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 Chak Farid
Where is Chak Farid located?
Chak Farid village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Farid?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Farid is Chakfarid.
What is the pincode of Chak Farid?
The pincode of Chak Farid is 275204.
What is the population of Chak Farid?
Chak Farid has a total population of 2,220, including 1,097 males and 1,123 females.
How many households are there in Chak Farid?
There are 349 households in Chak Farid.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Farid?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Farid is 57.93%. Male literacy is 65.18% and female literacy is 50.85%.