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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chakalia village had a total population of 191 people, including 104 males and 87 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.70%, with male literacy at 92.39% and female literacy at 67.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 191, including 104 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Chakalia?
Chakalia had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakalia was 80.70%. Male literacy was 92.39% and female literacy was 67.09%.