Rani Chak - Dobhi, Gaya
Rani Chak is a village situated in the Dobhi subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dobhi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Ghora Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rani Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rani Chak is 256474. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 824220 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rani Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rani Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Rani Chak village had a total population of 873 people, including 428 males and 445 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.46%, with male literacy at 74.23% and female literacy at 50.70%.
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 | 873 | 428 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 71 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 265 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 163 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Rani Chak
Rani 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 Rani Chak
Rani Chak 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 5-10 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 Sherghati to Rani Chak is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Rani Chak is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rani Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rani Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rani 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 Rani Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rani Chak
Where is Rani Chak located?
Rani Chak village is located in Dobhi Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rani Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Rani Chak is Ghora Ghat.
What is the pincode of Rani Chak?
The pincode of Rani Chak is 824220.
What is the population of Rani Chak?
Rani Chak had a total population of 873, including 428 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Rani Chak?
Rani Chak had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rani Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rani Chak was 62.46%. Male literacy was 74.23% and female literacy was 50.70%.