Shafichak - Sherghati, Gaya
Shafichak is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chanpi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shafichak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shafichak is 256278. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Shafichak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shafichak
According to the 2011 Census, Shafichak village had a total population of 650 people, including 361 males and 289 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 801 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.76%, with male literacy at 88.11% and female literacy at 80.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 650 | 361 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 289 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 72 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Shafichak
Shafichak 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 Shafichak
Shafichak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shafichak is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Shafichak is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shafichak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shafichak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shafichak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shafichak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shafichak
Where is Shafichak located?
Shafichak village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shafichak?
The Gram Panchayat of Shafichak is Chanpi.
What is the pincode of Shafichak?
The pincode of Shafichak is 824211.
What is the population of Shafichak?
Shafichak had a total population of 650, including 361 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Shafichak?
Shafichak had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shafichak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shafichak was 84.76%. Male literacy was 88.11% and female literacy was 80.47%.