Chaktala - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Chaktala is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Chaktala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaktala is 202360. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.03 hectares and falls under the 222105 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town.
Chaktala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaktala
According to the 2011 Census, Chaktala village had a total population of 1,117 people, including 585 males and 532 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 56.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,117 | 585 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 108 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 430 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 155 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Chaktala
Chaktala 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 Chaktala
Chaktala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chaktala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Chaktala is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaktala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaktala 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 Chaktala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaktala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaktala
Where is Chaktala located?
Chaktala village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaktala?
Chaktala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaktala?
The pincode of Chaktala is 222105.
What is the population of Chaktala?
Chaktala had a total population of 1,117, including 585 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Chaktala?
Chaktala had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaktala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaktala was 73.97%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 56.46%.