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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak
As per Census 2011, Chak village has a total population of 906 people, consisting of 454 males and 452 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 906 | 454 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| 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 has a total population of 906, including 454 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Chak?
There are 108 households in Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak is 59.27%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 49.12%.