Chapaki - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Chapaki is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Chapaki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapaki is 214318. The village covers a total geographical area of 892.18 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chapaki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapaki
As per Census 2011, Chapaki village has a total population of 4,297 people, consisting of 2,237 males and 2,060 females. The village has 794 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 905 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,841 literate and 2,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 445 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 698 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,297 | 2,237 | 2,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 905 | 463 | 442 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 232 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 698 | 358 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 1,841 | 1,174 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,456 | 1,063 | 1,393 |
Nearby Villages of Chapaki
Chapaki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deorihawa | West | 1.93 km |
| Chak Chapki | East | 2.31 km |
| Hathiyar | North | 2.46 km |
| Barawa Tola | South | 2.98 km |
| Bachara | South | 3.36 km |
| Bhawar | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Ashanahar | East | 4.12 km |
| Majeth | West | 4.19 km |
| Nadhira | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Rajasari | North-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapaki
Chapaki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Chapaki is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Chapaki is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chapaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chapaki
Where is Chapaki located?
Chapaki village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapaki?
Chapaki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chapaki?
The pincode of Chapaki is 231223.
What is the population of Chapaki?
Chapaki has a total population of 4,297, including 2,237 males and 2,060 females.
How many households are there in Chapaki?
There are 794 households in Chapaki.
What is the literacy rate in Chapaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapaki is 42.84%. Male literacy is 52.48% and female literacy is 32.38%.