Tarau Chak - Hathua, Gopalganj
Tarau Chak is a village situated in the Hathua subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hathua and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Khairatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarau Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarau Chak is 230621. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.4 hectares and falls under the 841436 pincode. Mirganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tarau Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarau Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Tarau Chak village had a total population of 1,459 people, including 745 males and 714 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.96%, with male literacy at 58.08% and female literacy at 43.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 552, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,459 | 745 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 132 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 272 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 356 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 389 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Tarau Chak
Tarau 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 Tarau Chak
Tarau Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mirganj to Tarau Chak is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Tarau Chak is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarau Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarau 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tarau 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 Tarau 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 Tarau Chak
Where is Tarau Chak located?
Tarau Chak village is located in Hathua Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarau Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarau Chak is Khairatia.
What is the pincode of Tarau Chak?
The pincode of Tarau Chak is 841436.
What is the population of Tarau Chak?
Tarau Chak had a total population of 1,459, including 745 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Tarau Chak?
Tarau Chak had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarau Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarau Chak was 50.96%. Male literacy was 58.08% and female literacy was 43.54%.