Chhapia - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Chhapia is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Tighara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapia is 176885. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.1 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chhapia 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 Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhapia
According to the 2011 Census, Chhapia village had a total population of 448 people, including 203 males and 245 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.54%, with male literacy at 45.16% and female literacy at 28.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 448 | 203 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 133 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapia
Chhapia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khiria | South-West | 0.54 km |
| Nevori | North | 0.57 km |
| Kapia | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Majigawa | South | 1.01 km |
| Sirsia Tiwari | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Jigina | North | 1.18 km |
| Srinagar | East | 1.23 km |
| Chandegaria | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Gharhara | South | 1.52 km |
| Narkatha | East | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhapia
Chhapia 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 Ahirauli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Chhapia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Chhapia is about 22 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 Chhapia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapia 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 Chhapia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapia 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhapia
Where is Chhapia located?
Chhapia village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhapia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapia is Tighara.
What is the pincode of Chhapia?
The pincode of Chhapia is 272153.
What is the population of Chhapia?
Chhapia had a total population of 448, including 203 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Chhapia?
Chhapia had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapia was 35.54%. Male literacy was 45.16% and female literacy was 28.37%.