Chakia

Chakia is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Lakhra is the gram panchayat of Chakia village.

Chakia has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chakia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakia is 331063. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723151. Puruliya is nearest town to Chakia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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Population of Chakia

Below is a concise population overview of Chakia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 514 255 259
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 36 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 510 252 258
Literate Population 244 163 81
Illiterate Population 270 92 178

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakia village:

  • The total population of Chakia village is around 514, including approximately 255 males and 259 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Chakia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chakia village has 510 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chakia village is about 47.47%, with male literacy at 63.92% and female literacy at 31.27%.
  • There are around 130 households in Chakia village.

Connectivity of Chakia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakia. As per the 2011 stats, Chakia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chakia

Knowing the nearby villages of Chakia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakia.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chakia

Where is Chakia located?
Chakia village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakia is Lakhra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chakia?
The pincode of Chakia is 723151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakia is 514, with 255 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Chakia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakia village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakia is 47.47%. The male literacy rate is 63.92%, while the female literacy rate is 31.27%.