Chake - Barahat, Banka
Chake is a village situated in the Barahat subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barahat and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sabalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chake village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chake is 241222. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.92 hectares and falls under the 813103 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chake village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chake
According to the 2011 Census, Chake village had a total population of 670 people, including 350 males and 320 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.34%, with male literacy at 51.06% and female literacy at 39.16%.
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 | 670 | 350 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 145 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 205 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Chake
Chake 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 Chake
Chake is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chake.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Chake is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chake
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chake village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chake
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chake village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chake
Where is Chake located?
Chake village is located in Barahat Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chake?
The Gram Panchayat of Chake is Sabalpur.
What is the pincode of Chake?
The pincode of Chake is 813103.
What is the population of Chake?
Chake had a total population of 670, including 350 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Chake?
Chake had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chake?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chake was 45.34%. Male literacy was 51.06% and female literacy was 39.16%.