Chak Khoka - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Chak Khoka is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Garoul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Khoka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Khoka is 227213. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 847405 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chak Khoka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Khoka
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Khoka village had a total population of 192 people, including 93 males and 99 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.97%, with male literacy at 23.88% and female literacy at 24.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 77 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Khoka
Chak Khoka 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 Chak Khoka
Chak Khoka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Chak Khoka is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Chak Khoka is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Khoka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Khoka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Khoka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Khoka 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Khoka
Where is Chak Khoka located?
Chak Khoka village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Khoka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Khoka is Garoul.
What is the pincode of Chak Khoka?
The pincode of Chak Khoka is 847405.
What is the population of Chak Khoka?
Chak Khoka had a total population of 192, including 93 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Chak Khoka?
Chak Khoka had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Khoka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Khoka was 23.97%. Male literacy was 23.88% and female literacy was 24.05%.