Chak Dargah - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Chak Dargah is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Mankauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Dargah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Dargah is 226804. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 847104 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chak Dargah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Dargah
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Dargah village had a total population of 1,600 people, including 872 males and 728 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.75%, with male literacy at 66.95% and female literacy at 57.85%.
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 | 1,600 | 872 | 728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 167 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 472 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 400 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Dargah
Chak Dargah 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 Dargah
Chak Dargah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Chak Dargah is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Dargah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Dargah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Dargah
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 Dargah 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 Chak Dargah
Where is Chak Dargah located?
Chak Dargah village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Dargah?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Dargah is Mankauli.
What is the pincode of Chak Dargah?
The pincode of Chak Dargah is 847104.
What is the population of Chak Dargah?
Chak Dargah had a total population of 1,600, including 872 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Chak Dargah?
Chak Dargah had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Dargah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Dargah was 62.75%. Male literacy was 66.95% and female literacy was 57.85%.