Ghazi Chak - Dhuraiya, Banka
Ghazi Chak is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Batsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghazi Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghazi Chak is 241093. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ghazi Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghazi Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Ghazi Chak village had a total population of 383 people, including 205 males and 178 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.99%, with male literacy at 51.92% and female literacy at 45.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 383 | 205 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 124 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Ghazi Chak
Ghazi 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 Ghazi Chak
Ghazi Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ghazi Chak has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Ghazi Chak is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Ghazi Chak is about 40 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 Ghazi Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghazi Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghazi 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 Ghazi Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghazi Chak
Where is Ghazi Chak located?
Ghazi Chak village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghazi Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghazi Chak is Batsar.
What is the pincode of Ghazi Chak?
The pincode of Ghazi Chak is 813205.
What is the population of Ghazi Chak?
Ghazi Chak had a total population of 383, including 205 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Ghazi Chak?
Ghazi Chak had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghazi Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghazi Chak was 48.99%. Male literacy was 51.92% and female literacy was 45.77%.