Chak Farid - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Chak Farid is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kotiya Bishuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Farid village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Farid is 187324. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.69 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Belghat is the nearest town.
Chak Farid village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Farid
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Farid village had a total population of 29 people, including 15 males and 14 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.00%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 90.91%.
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 | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Farid
Chak Farid 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daud Chak | South-West | 0.42 km |
| Madhopur | West | 0.67 km |
| Vishunpur Urf Shahpur | East | 0.68 km |
| Govraur | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Bela | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Bansipur Urf Kachha | West | 1.10 km |
| Bistuie | West | 1.21 km |
| Benipur Urf Bishunpur | North | 1.29 km |
| Hem Chaura | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Chaknurvaph | North-East | 1.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Farid
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chak Farid. The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gorakhpur to Chak Farid is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Farid
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Farid 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Farid
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 Farid village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Farid
Where is Chak Farid located?
Chak Farid village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Farid?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Farid is Kotiya Bishuni.
What is the pincode of Chak Farid?
The pincode of Chak Farid is 273211.
What is the population of Chak Farid?
Chak Farid had a total population of 29, including 15 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Chak Farid?
Chak Farid had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Farid?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Farid was 92.00%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 90.91%.