Chakia Tourism: Where to go

Chakia, a charming town nestled in the East Champaran of Bihar. If you are considering a visit to this town, here is a guide on locations to explore and sights to see in Chakia.

The town’s origins date back to the time of British colonialism, notably highlighted by the founding of the Champaran Sugar Mill in 1905. However, it is now in ruins and no longer operational.

Chakia is a crucial transit hub for essential materials and food grains, rapidly evolving into a vibrant urban area. It boasts rich cultural heritage with notable temples like Baudhi Devi Mandir, Shree Rani Sati Mandir, Balkhana Devi Mandir, Durga Mandir, Maruti Mandir, and Hanuman Mandir located near the Railway Station.

The town features a network of important roadways, such as Kesaria Road, Sahebganj Road, Station Road, Motihari Road, Hospital Road, and Madhuban Road, which all play a crucial role in local commerce. Prominent residential areas comprise Raniganj Mohalla, Officers’ Colony, Teachers’ Colony, and Shanti Nagar.

Chakia boasts a well-structured postal service, with the local post office known as Bara Chakia. The town is well-connected by NH-28 and is accessible through a comprehensive railway network, enhancing its appeal as an emerging urban hub.

Chakia is the closest railway station to the Kesaria Buddha Stupa.

Places to Go:
1. Kesaria Buddha Stupa (20 KM from Chakia Railway Station)
2. Baudhi Devi Mandir
3. Ruins of Chakia Sugar Factory