Chak Afzal - Zamania, Ghazipur
Chak Afzal is a village situated in the Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zamania and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Mahewa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Afzal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Afzal is 206480. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.63 hectares and falls under the 232336 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Afzal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zamania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Afzal
As per Census 2011, Chak Afzal village has a total population of 8 people, consisting of 3 males and 5 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 1,666 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 1 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Afzal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Afzal
Chak Afzal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur T. Dharhni Bhanmalrai | North-East | 0.73 km |
| Mahewa | North | 0.91 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Saidabad | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Chak Fatehullah | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Bachara | East | 1.75 km |
| Tisaura | East | 1.86 km |
| Betabar | North | 2.20 km |
| Chak Mahtab Urf Chak Ballo | South | 2.29 km |
| Khizirpur Ali Nagar | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Afzal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chak Afzal. The nearest railway station is Darauli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ghazipur to Chak Afzal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Chak Afzal is about 20 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 Chak Afzal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Afzal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Afzal
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 Afzal 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 Afzal
Where is Chak Afzal located?
Chak Afzal village is located in Zamania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Afzal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Afzal is Mahewa.
What is the pincode of Chak Afzal?
The pincode of Chak Afzal is 232336.
What is the population of Chak Afzal?
Chak Afzal has a total population of 8, including 3 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Chak Afzal?
There are 2 households in Chak Afzal.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Afzal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Afzal is 87.50%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 80.00%.