Chak - Gurua, Gaya
Chak is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Simaru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak is 255639. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Chak village had a total population of 906 people, including 454 males and 452 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.13%, with male literacy at 83.55% and female literacy at 58.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 906 | 454 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 315 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 139 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Chak
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 Chak
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 | 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 Chak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Chak is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak
Where is Chak located?
Chak village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak is Simaru.
What is the pincode of Chak?
The pincode of Chak is 804405.
What is the population of Chak?
Chak had a total population of 906, including 454 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Chak?
Chak had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak was 71.13%. Male literacy was 83.55% and female literacy was 58.73%.