Chakalia - Chunar, Mirzapur
Chakalia is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Farhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakalia is 212624. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.02 hectares and falls under the 231301 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chakalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakalia
As per Census 2011, Chakalia village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 104 males and 87 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 85 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Chakalia
Chakalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirapur | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Farhada | North | 0.89 km |
| Sonkhara | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Chiraiya | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Mujdih | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Kudaran | East | 1.64 km |
| Hatia | South | 1.79 km |
| Moinuddinpur | South | 1.88 km |
| Khemaipur | East | 2.11 km |
| Rajauli | North | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakalia
Chakalia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Varanasi to Chakalia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Chakalia is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakalia 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 Chakalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakalia
Where is Chakalia located?
Chakalia village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakalia is Farhada.
What is the pincode of Chakalia?
The pincode of Chakalia is 231301.
What is the population of Chakalia?
Chakalia has a total population of 191, including 104 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Chakalia?
There are 30 households in Chakalia.
What is the literacy rate in Chakalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakalia is 72.25%. Male literacy is 81.73% and female literacy is 60.92%.