Tara Chak - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Tara Chak is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Karbasin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tara Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tara Chak is 247586. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tara Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tara Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Tara Chak village had a total population of 1,748 people, including 927 males and 821 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 82.30% and female literacy at 52.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296.
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 | 1,748 | 927 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 153 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 637 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 290 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Tara Chak
Tara 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 Tara Chak
Tara Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Tara Chak is about 30 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 Tara Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tara 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 Tara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tara Chak
Where is Tara Chak located?
Tara Chak village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tara Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Tara Chak is Karbasin.
What is the pincode of Tara Chak?
The pincode of Tara Chak is 802201.
What is the population of Tara Chak?
Tara Chak had a total population of 1,748, including 927 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Tara Chak?
Tara Chak had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tara Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tara Chak was 68.12%. Male literacy was 82.30% and female literacy was 52.24%.