Chakarma - Pindra, Varanasi
Chakarma is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Chakarama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakarma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakarma is 208674. The village covers a total geographical area of 1322.4 hectares and falls under the 221202 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chakarma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakarma
As per Census 2011, Chakarma village has a total population of 1,459 people, consisting of 701 males and 758 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 831 literate and 628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakarma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,459 | 701 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 118 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 50 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 831 | 447 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 254 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Chakarma
Chakarma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpoor | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Ramgaon | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Shahdeeh | East | 1.37 km |
| Laskarpur | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Garthma | West | 1.75 km |
| Bhatpurwan | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Mahgaon | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Khanuan | North | 1.91 km |
| Gosaipur Pathkhuli | East | 2.32 km |
| Palahi Patti | South-West | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakarma
Chakarma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Varanasi to Chakarma is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Varanasi to Chakarma is about 21 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 Chakarma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakarma 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chakarma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakarma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakarma
Where is Chakarma located?
Chakarma village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakarma?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakarma is Chakarama.
What is the pincode of Chakarma?
The pincode of Chakarma is 221202.
What is the population of Chakarma?
Chakarma has a total population of 1,459, including 701 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Chakarma?
There are 228 households in Chakarma.
What is the literacy rate in Chakarma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakarma is 56.96%. Male literacy is 63.77% and female literacy is 50.66%.