Jalpa Chak - Gurua, Gaya
Jalpa Chak is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Pakri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalpa Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalpa Chak is 255605. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jalpa Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalpa Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Jalpa Chak village had a total population of 978 people, including 525 males and 453 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.28%, with male literacy at 81.37% and female literacy at 59.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 978 | 525 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 101 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 345 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 180 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Jalpa Chak
Jalpa 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 Jalpa Chak
Jalpa Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Jalpa Chak is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Jalpa Chak is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalpa Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalpa Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalpa 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 Jalpa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jalpa Chak
Where is Jalpa Chak located?
Jalpa Chak village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jalpa Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalpa Chak is Pakri.
What is the pincode of Jalpa Chak?
The pincode of Jalpa Chak is 804405.
What is the population of Jalpa Chak?
Jalpa Chak had a total population of 978, including 525 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Jalpa Chak?
Jalpa Chak had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalpa Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalpa Chak was 71.28%. Male literacy was 81.37% and female literacy was 59.73%.