Bhatu Chak - Mohanpur, Gaya
Bhatu Chak is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Dharhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatu Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatu Chak is 257091. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 824232 pincode. Bodhgaya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhatu Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhatu Chak
As per Census 2011, Bhatu Chak village has a total population of 648 people, consisting of 340 males and 308 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatu Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 648 | 340 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 184 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 156 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatu Chak
Bhatu 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 Bhatu Chak
Public transport in the Bhatu Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodhgaya to Bhatu Chak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Bhatu Chak is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatu Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatu Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatu 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 Bhatu Chak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhatu Chak
Where is Bhatu Chak located?
Bhatu Chak village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatu Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatu Chak is Dharhara.
What is the pincode of Bhatu Chak?
The pincode of Bhatu Chak is 824232.
What is the population of Bhatu Chak?
Bhatu Chak has a total population of 648, including 340 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Bhatu Chak?
There are 88 households in Bhatu Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatu Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatu Chak is 36.73%. Male literacy is 54.12% and female literacy is 17.53%.