Chilai - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Chilai is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Kathawatiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilai is 202968. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.73 hectares and falls under the 222203 pincode.
Chilai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Chilai
According to the 2011 Census, Chilai village had a total population of 499 people, including 239 males and 260 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.52%, with male literacy at 89.71% and female literacy at 62.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 499 | 239 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 183 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 56 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Chilai
Chilai 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 Chilai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chilai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Chilai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chilai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chilai
Where is Chilai located?
Chilai village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chilai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilai is Kathawatiya.
What is the pincode of Chilai?
The pincode of Chilai is 222203.
What is the population of Chilai?
Chilai had a total population of 499, including 239 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Chilai?
Chilai had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilai was 75.52%. Male literacy was 89.71% and female literacy was 62.67%.