Chakman - Karchhana, Prayagraj
Chakman is a village situated in the Karchhana tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Karchhana and around 15 km from Allahabad. Bagbana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakman is 162251. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.99 hectares and falls under the 211008 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chakman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karchhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Allahabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Chakman
Chakman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Champatpur | North | 0.70 km |
| Bagbana | South | 0.85 km |
| Chakpure Kala | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Chakmir Fazal Ali | East | 1.30 km |
| Pipirasa | East | 1.40 km |
| Kalinjara Urf Badalganj | West | 1.54 km |
| Chak Ramjan Ali | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Chak Shobharam | East | 1.68 km |
| Chak Mohammad Rafi | South | 1.74 km |
| Jamoli | North-East | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakman
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chakman. The nearest railway station is Link Jn. Cabin, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Chakman is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Chakman is about 15 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 Chakman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakman 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 Chakman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakman
Where is Chakman located?
Chakman village is located in Karchhana Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakman?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakman is Bagbana.
What is the pincode of Chakman?
The pincode of Chakman is 211008.