Chak Raham - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Chak Raham is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Bakhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Raham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Raham is 203730. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.79 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chak Raham 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 Raham
As per Census 2011, Chak Raham village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 155 males and 127 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Raham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 155 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 153 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 108 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 47 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Raham
Chak Raham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhuban Mu.kasdaura | South | 0.78 km |
| Chhapari | East | 1.09 km |
| Angurpur | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Madarpur | South | 1.56 km |
| Kalizpur | West | 1.67 km |
| Beersingh Zoot | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Chak Maluk | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Sikhari | North | 2.12 km |
| Ghansyam Pur | East | 2.14 km |
| Chak Daud | North-East | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Raham
Chak Raham is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jakhanian, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Raham is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Raham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Raham 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Raham
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 Raham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Raham
Where is Chak Raham located?
Chak Raham village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Raham?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Raham is Bakhara.
What is the pincode of Chak Raham?
The pincode of Chak Raham is 275202.
What is the population of Chak Raham?
Chak Raham has a total population of 282, including 155 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Chak Raham?
There are 48 households in Chak Raham.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Raham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Raham is 56.74%. Male literacy is 69.68% and female literacy is 40.94%.