Malia Chak - Dhuraiya, Banka
Malia Chak is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Karhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malia Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malia Chak is 240965. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 813105 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Malia Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malia Chak
As per Census 2011, Malia Chak village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 323 males and 299 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malia Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 323 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 55 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 213 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 110 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Malia Chak
Malia 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 Malia Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Malia Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Malia Chak is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malia Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malia Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malia 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 Malia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malia Chak
Where is Malia Chak located?
Malia Chak village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malia Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Malia Chak is Karhariya.
What is the pincode of Malia Chak?
The pincode of Malia Chak is 813105.
What is the population of Malia Chak?
Malia Chak has a total population of 622, including 323 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Malia Chak?
There are 111 households in Malia Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Malia Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malia Chak is 51.45%. Male literacy is 65.94% and female literacy is 35.79%.