Badali Chak - Dhuraiya, Banka
Badali Chak is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Makaita Babura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badali Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badali Chak is 241058. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 813105 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Badali Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Badali Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Badali Chak village had a total population of 425 people, including 212 males and 213 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.22%, with male literacy at 27.22% and female literacy at 17.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 301.
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 | 425 | 212 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 154 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 169 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Badali Chak
Badali 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 Badali Chak
Badali Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badali Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Badali Chak is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badali Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badali Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badali 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 Badali 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 Badali Chak
Where is Badali Chak located?
Badali Chak village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badali Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Badali Chak is Makaita Babura.
What is the pincode of Badali Chak?
The pincode of Badali Chak is 813105.
What is the population of Badali Chak?
Badali Chak had a total population of 425, including 212 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Badali Chak?
Badali Chak had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badali Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badali Chak was 22.22%. Male literacy was 27.22% and female literacy was 17.20%.