Chil Kapand - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Chil Kapand is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Chilkadand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chil Kapand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chil Kapand is 214112. The village covers a total geographical area of 2065.18 hectares and falls under the 231225 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Chil Kapand 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 Chil Kapand
As per Census 2011, Chil Kapand village has a total population of 11,144 people, consisting of 5,945 males and 5,199 females. The village has 1,952 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,793 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,055 literate and 4,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 395 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chil Kapand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,144 | 5,945 | 5,199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,793 | 938 | 855 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,351 | 1,220 | 1,131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 203 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 7,055 | 4,270 | 2,785 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,089 | 1,675 | 2,414 |
Nearby Villages of Chil Kapand
Chil Kapand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranibari | South | 2.56 km |
| Kota (ct) | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Khariya | East | 3.99 km |
| Barawa Bhatwari | South-East | 4.76 km |
| Parasawar Chaube | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Paraswara Raja | East | 5.04 km |
| Jogi Chaura | East | 5.71 km |
| Bhairwa | East | 5.94 km |
| Uska | South | 6.12 km |
| Marrak | East | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chil Kapand
Chil Kapand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shakti Nagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Chil Kapand is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chil Kapand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chil Kapand 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 Chil Kapand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chil Kapand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chil Kapand
Where is Chil Kapand located?
Chil Kapand village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chil Kapand?
The Gram Panchayat of Chil Kapand is Chilkadand.
What is the pincode of Chil Kapand?
The pincode of Chil Kapand is 231225.
What is the population of Chil Kapand?
Chil Kapand has a total population of 11,144, including 5,945 males and 5,199 females.
How many households are there in Chil Kapand?
There are 1,952 households in Chil Kapand.
What is the literacy rate in Chil Kapand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chil Kapand is 63.31%. Male literacy is 71.83% and female literacy is 53.57%.