Chimcha - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Chimcha is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Barwal Eswari Prasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chimcha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimcha is 186639. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.9 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chimcha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chillupar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bansgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimcha
According to the 2011 Census, Chimcha village had a total population of 576 people, including 294 males and 282 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.46%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 60.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
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 | 576 | 294 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 122 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 210 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 84 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Chimcha
Chimcha 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 Chimcha
Chimcha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Chimcha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Chimcha is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimcha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimcha 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 Chimcha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimcha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chimcha
Where is Chimcha located?
Chimcha village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chimcha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chimcha is Barwal Eswari Prasad.
What is the pincode of Chimcha?
The pincode of Chimcha is 273016.
What is the population of Chimcha?
Chimcha had a total population of 576, including 294 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Chimcha?
Chimcha had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chimcha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimcha was 72.46%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 60.34%.