Chakia - Mankapur, Gonda
Chakia is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Chakia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakia is 175907. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.61 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode. Vbhan is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakia
As per Census 2011, Chakia village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 364 males and 328 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 364 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 269 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 95 | 156 |
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
Chakia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vbhan to Chakia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Chakia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakia
Where is Chakia located?
Chakia village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakia?
Chakia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chakia?
The pincode of Chakia is 271305.
What is the population of Chakia?
Chakia has a total population of 692, including 364 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Chakia?
There are 106 households in Chakia.
What is the literacy rate in Chakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakia is 63.73%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 52.44%.