Shaho Chak - Phulwaria, Gopalganj
Shaho Chak is a village situated in the Phulwaria subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulwaria and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Manjha Gosai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shaho Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shaho Chak is 230571. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.8 hectares and falls under the 841425 pincode. Gopalganj is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Shaho Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shaho Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Shaho Chak village had a total population of 961 people, including 456 males and 505 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.72%, with male literacy at 74.22% and female literacy at 54.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 961 | 456 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 262 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 194 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Shaho Chak
Shaho 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 Shaho Chak
Shaho Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shaho Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gopalganj to Shaho Chak is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shaho Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shaho Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shaho 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 Shaho 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shaho Chak
Where is Shaho Chak located?
Shaho Chak village is located in Phulwaria Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shaho Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaho Chak is Manjha Gosai.
What is the pincode of Shaho Chak?
The pincode of Shaho Chak is 841425.
What is the population of Shaho Chak?
Shaho Chak had a total population of 961, including 456 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Shaho Chak?
Shaho Chak had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaho Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shaho Chak was 63.72%. Male literacy was 74.22% and female literacy was 54.81%.