Chalkana
Chalkana is a village located in Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kapkot (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Chalkana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chalkana unique in its vibrant Kapkot-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Chalkana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chalkana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalkana is 050606. The village spans a total geographical area of 224.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263642. Bageshwar is nearest town to Chalkana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Chalkana
Population of Chalkana
According to the 2011 Census, Chalkana has a total population of about 613, with approximately 281 males and 332 females. The sex ratio is around 1181 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.12%, with male literacy at about 70.82% and female literacy near 43.67%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chalkana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 613 | 281 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 344 | 199 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 82 | 187 |
Connectivity of Chalkana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalkana. As per the 2011 stats, Chalkana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalkana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalkana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalkana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalkana
- Where is Chalkana located?
- Chalkana village is situated in Kapkot Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalkana?
- Chalkana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chalkana?
- The pincode of Chalkana is 263642, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalkana is 613, with 281 males and 332 females.
- How many households are there in Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalkana village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalkana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalkana is 56.12%. The male literacy rate is 70.82%, while the female literacy rate is 43.67%.