Gawa Chak - Belhar, Banka
Gawa Chak is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Dumariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawa Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawa Chak is 241501. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Gawa Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawa Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Gawa Chak village had a total population of 672 people, including 338 males and 334 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.01%, with male literacy at 89.49% and female literacy at 64.34%.
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 | 672 | 338 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 62 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 247 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 91 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Gawa Chak
Gawa 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 Gawa Chak
Gawa Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Gawa Chak is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawa Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawa Chak 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 Gawa 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 Gawa Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gawa Chak
Where is Gawa Chak located?
Gawa Chak village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawa Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawa Chak is Dumariya.
What is the pincode of Gawa Chak?
The pincode of Gawa Chak is 813202.
What is the population of Gawa Chak?
Gawa Chak had a total population of 672, including 338 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Gawa Chak?
Gawa Chak had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawa Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawa Chak was 77.01%. Male literacy was 89.49% and female literacy was 64.34%.