Jhawai Chak
Jhawai Chak is a village located in Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sherghati (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kachauri is the gram panchayat of Jhawai Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhawai Chak unique in its vibrant Sherghati-Gaya region. You’ll see Jhawai Chak’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhawai Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhawai Chak is 256330. The village spans a total geographical area of 42 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Jhawai Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Jhawai Chak
Population of Jhawai Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Jhawai Chak has a total population of about 394, with approximately 194 males and 200 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 240 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.83%, with male literacy at about 49.48% and female literacy near 28.50%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhawai Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 194 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 117 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 153 | 96 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 98 | 143 |
Connectivity of Jhawai Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhawai Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Jhawai Chak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhawai Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhawai Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhawai Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhawai Chak
- Where is Jhawai Chak located?
- Jhawai Chak village is situated in Sherghati Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhawai Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhawai Chak is Kachauri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jhawai Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhawai Chak is 394, with 194 males and 200 females.
- How many households are there in Jhawai Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhawai Chak village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhawai Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhawai Chak is 38.83%. The male literacy rate is 49.48%, while the female literacy rate is 28.50%.