Chhapiya - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Chhapiya is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bakulahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapiya is 186705. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.96 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chhapiya 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 Chhapiya
According to the 2011 Census, Chhapiya village had a total population of 444 people, including 225 males and 219 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.66%, with male literacy at 81.35% and female literacy at 66.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 444 | 225 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 157 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 68 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapiya
Chhapiya 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 Chhapiya
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chhapiya. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chhapiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gorakhpur to Chhapiya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Chhapiya 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 Chhapiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapiya 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 Chhapiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapiya 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhapiya
Where is Chhapiya located?
Chhapiya village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapiya is Bakulahi.
What is the pincode of Chhapiya?
The pincode of Chhapiya is 273213.
What is the population of Chhapiya?
Chhapiya had a total population of 444, including 225 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Chhapiya?
Chhapiya had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapiya was 73.66%. Male literacy was 81.35% and female literacy was 66.16%.