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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chunuk Bigha
As per Census 2011, Chunuk Bigha village has a total population of 942 people, consisting of 505 males and 437 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 889 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunuk Bigha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | 505 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 481 | 408 |
| 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 has a total population of 942, including 505 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Chunuk Bigha?
There are 136 households in Chunuk Bigha.
What is the literacy rate in Chunuk Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunuk Bigha is 44.90%. Male literacy is 53.27% and female literacy is 35.24%.