Asia Chak - Amarpur, Banka
Asia Chak is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kushmaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asia Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asia Chak is 240560. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Asia Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Asia Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Asia Chak village had a total population of 329 people, including 178 males and 151 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.87%, with male literacy at 70.07% and female literacy at 52.50%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 178 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 96 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 82 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Asia Chak
Asia Chak is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Asia Chak
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Asia Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Asia Chak is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Asia Chak is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asia Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asia Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asia Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asia Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asia Chak
Where is Asia Chak located?
Asia Chak village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asia Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Asia Chak is Kushmaha.
What is the pincode of Asia Chak?
The pincode of Asia Chak is 813104.
What is the population of Asia Chak?
Asia Chak had a total population of 329, including 178 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Asia Chak?
Asia Chak had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asia Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asia Chak was 61.87%. Male literacy was 70.07% and female literacy was 52.50%.