Phatu Chak - Dhuraiya, Banka
Phatu Chak is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kurma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatu Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatu Chak is 241107. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Phatu Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phatu Chak
As per Census 2011, Phatu Chak village has a total population of 2,036 people, consisting of 1,088 males and 948 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 889 literate and 1,147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phatu Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,036 | 1,088 | 948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 241 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 54 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 549 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,147 | 539 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Phatu Chak
Phatu 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 Phatu Chak
Phatu Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Phatu Chak has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Phatu Chak is about 32 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 Phatu Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatu 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 Phatu 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 Phatu 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 Phatu Chak
Where is Phatu Chak located?
Phatu Chak village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatu Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatu Chak is Kurma.
What is the pincode of Phatu Chak?
The pincode of Phatu Chak is 813205.
What is the population of Phatu Chak?
Phatu Chak has a total population of 2,036, including 1,088 males and 948 females.
How many households are there in Phatu Chak?
There are 375 households in Phatu Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Phatu Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatu Chak is 43.66%. Male literacy is 50.46% and female literacy is 35.86%.