Chilawna - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Chilawna is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Chilauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilawna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilawna is 186773. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.61 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Khajni is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chilawna 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 Chilawna
According to the 2011 Census, Chilawna village had a total population of 1,048 people, including 551 males and 497 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 92.56% and female literacy at 62.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 337.
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 | 1,048 | 551 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 173 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 448 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 103 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Chilawna
Chilawna 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 Chilawna
Chilawna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chilawna.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khajni to Chilawna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Chilawna is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilawna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilawna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chilawna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilawna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chilawna
Where is Chilawna located?
Chilawna village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilawna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilawna is Chilauna.
What is the pincode of Chilawna?
The pincode of Chilawna is 273211.
What is the population of Chilawna?
Chilawna had a total population of 1,048, including 551 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Chilawna?
Chilawna had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilawna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilawna was 78.26%. Male literacy was 92.56% and female literacy was 62.39%.