Purkhan Chak - Dumaria, Gaya
Purkhan Chak is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Pankara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purkhan Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purkhan Chak is 256208. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Purkhan Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Purkhan Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Purkhan Chak village had a total population of 1,627 people, including 833 males and 794 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.62%, with male literacy at 73.00% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 508.
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 | 1,627 | 833 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 159 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 258 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 492 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 341 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Purkhan Chak
Purkhan 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 Purkhan Chak
Public transport in the Purkhan Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sherghati to Purkhan Chak is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Purkhan Chak is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purkhan Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purkhan Chak 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 Purkhan 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 Purkhan Chak 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 Purkhan Chak
Where is Purkhan Chak located?
Purkhan Chak village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purkhan Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Purkhan Chak is Pankara.
What is the pincode of Purkhan Chak?
The pincode of Purkhan Chak is 824221.
What is the population of Purkhan Chak?
Purkhan Chak had a total population of 1,627, including 833 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Purkhan Chak?
Purkhan Chak had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purkhan Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purkhan Chak was 69.62%. Male literacy was 73.00% and female literacy was 66.04%.