Chunuk Bigha - Gurua, Gaya
Chunuk Bigha is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Simaru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunuk Bigha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunuk Bigha is 255640. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chunuk Bigha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chunuk Bigha
According to the 2011 Census, Chunuk Bigha village had a total population of 942 people, including 505 males and 437 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.02%, with male literacy at 64.35% and female literacy at 42.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 889.
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 | 942 | 505 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 481 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 269 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 236 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Chunuk Bigha
Chunuk Bigha 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 Chunuk Bigha
Public transport in the Chunuk Bigha 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 Chunuk Bigha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Chunuk Bigha is about 56 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 Chunuk Bigha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunuk Bigha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chunuk Bigha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunuk Bigha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chunuk Bigha
Where is Chunuk Bigha located?
Chunuk Bigha village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chunuk Bigha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunuk Bigha is Simaru.
What is the pincode of Chunuk Bigha?
The pincode of Chunuk Bigha is 804405.
What is the population of Chunuk Bigha?
Chunuk Bigha had a total population of 942, including 505 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Chunuk Bigha?
Chunuk Bigha had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunuk Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunuk Bigha was 54.02%. Male literacy was 64.35% and female literacy was 42.19%.