Chakia - Chauri Chaura, Gorakhpur
Chakia is a village situated in the Chauri Chaura tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chauri Chaura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Parsauni Of Brahmpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakia is 186100. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.02 hectares and falls under the 273201 pincode. Chauri Chaura is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakia
According to the 2011 Census, Chakia village had a total population of 761 people, including 359 males and 402 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.65%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 56.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 637, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 761 | 359 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 49 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 304 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 260 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 99 | 210 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chauri Chaura to Chakia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Chakia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 1-2 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 Chauri Chaura Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakia is Parsauni Of Brahmpur.
What is the pincode of Chakia?
The pincode of Chakia is 273201.
What is the population of Chakia?
Chakia had a total population of 761, including 359 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Chakia?
Chakia had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakia was 69.65%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 56.64%.