Chaf - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Chaf is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Chaf village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaf is 189425. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.98 hectares and falls under the 274302 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town.
Chaf village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chaf
As per Census 2011, Chaf village has a total population of 6,868 people, consisting of 3,559 males and 3,309 females. The village has 1,054 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,755 literate and 4,113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 851 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaf are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,868 | 3,559 | 3,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,353 | 733 | 620 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 851 | 442 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 2,755 | 1,770 | 985 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,113 | 1,789 | 2,324 |
Nearby Villages of Chaf
Chaf 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangle Bishunpura | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Lohar Patti | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Mathiya Mafi | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Jangle Lala Chhapra | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Sukulahe | East | 2.37 km |
| Shapur Khalwa Patti | South | 2.47 km |
| Batarauli Dhur Khandwa | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Godaria | North | 2.58 km |
| Chir Kutaha | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Govind Patti | North-East | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaf
Chaf is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chaf Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kushinagar to Chaf is about 20 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 Chaf
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaf village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaf
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaf village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaf
Where is Chaf located?
Chaf village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaf?
Chaf is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaf?
The pincode of Chaf is 274302.
What is the population of Chaf?
Chaf has a total population of 6,868, including 3,559 males and 3,309 females.
How many households are there in Chaf?
There are 1,054 households in Chaf.
What is the literacy rate in Chaf?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaf is 40.11%. Male literacy is 49.73% and female literacy is 29.77%.