Chakia - Kasya, Kushinagar
Chakia is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Shanker Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakia is 189371. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.6 hectares and falls under the 274401 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chakia 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 Fazilnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakia
According to the 2011 Census, Chakia village had a total population of 629 people, including 311 males and 318 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.47%, with male literacy at 88.35% and female literacy at 67.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 629 | 311 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 235 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 76 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Chakia
Chakia 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 Chakia
Chakia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Chakia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Chakia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakia
Where is Chakia located?
Chakia village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakia is Shanker Patti.
What is the pincode of Chakia?
The pincode of Chakia is 274401.
What is the population of Chakia?
Chakia had a total population of 629, including 311 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Chakia?
Chakia had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakia was 77.47%. Male literacy was 88.35% and female literacy was 67.14%.