Chaka - Tardih, Darbhanga
Chaka is a village situated in the Tardih subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tardih and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ijarahta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaka is 227177. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 847423 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaka
According to the 2011 Census, Chaka village had a total population of 516 people, including 257 males and 259 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.52%, with male literacy at 69.34% and female literacy at 49.26%.
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 | 516 | 257 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 147 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 110 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Chaka
Chaka 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 Chaka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chaka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhanjharpur to Chaka is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Chaka is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaka
Where is Chaka located?
Chaka village is located in Tardih Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaka is Ijarahta.
What is the pincode of Chaka?
The pincode of Chaka is 847423.
What is the population of Chaka?
Chaka had a total population of 516, including 257 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Chaka?
Chaka had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaka was 59.52%. Male literacy was 69.34% and female literacy was 49.26%.