Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_16974228_1 (chester VARCHAR, religion VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many numbers were recorded for Chester when the religion was Hindu?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(chester) FROM table_16974228_1 WHERE religion = "Hindu"