Chhekawa Uparhar - Manjhanpur, Kaushambi
Chhekawa Uparhar is a village situated in the Manjhanpur tehsil of Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Manjhanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chhekawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhekawa Uparhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhekawa Uparhar is 160456. The village covers a total geographical area of 560.89 hectares and falls under the 212216 pincode.
Chhekawa Uparhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhekawa Uparhar
According to the 2011 Census, Chhekawa Uparhar village had a total population of 3,274 people, including 1,708 males and 1,566 females, living in 519 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.03%, with male literacy at 78.71% and female literacy at 49.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 899.
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 | 3,274 | 1,708 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 266 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 899 | 467 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,761 | 1,135 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,513 | 573 | 940 |
Nearby Villages of Chhekawa Uparhar
Chhekawa Uparhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diya Uparhar | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Aingawa Uparhar | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Samokhar | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Jugrajpur | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Aingawa Kachhar | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Chhekawa Kachhar | South | 2.75 km |
| Dhana Uparhar | West | 2.75 km |
| Dharampur | East | 2.89 km |
| Diya Kachhar | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Mendua Salempur | North | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhekawa Uparhar
Chhekawa Uparhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bargarh, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Manjhanpur to Chhekawa Uparhar 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 Chhekawa Uparhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhekawa Uparhar 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 Chhekawa Uparhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhekawa Uparhar 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 Chhekawa Uparhar
Where is Chhekawa Uparhar located?
Chhekawa Uparhar village is located in Manjhanpur Tehsil, Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhekawa Uparhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhekawa Uparhar is Chhekawa.
What is the pincode of Chhekawa Uparhar?
The pincode of Chhekawa Uparhar is 212216.
What is the population of Chhekawa Uparhar?
Chhekawa Uparhar had a total population of 3,274, including 1,708 males and 1,566 females.
How many households are there in Chhekawa Uparhar?
Chhekawa Uparhar had 519 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhekawa Uparhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhekawa Uparhar was 65.03%. Male literacy was 78.71% and female literacy was 49.45%.