Khoja Chak - Kharagpur, Munger
Khoja Chak is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Murade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khoja Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khoja Chak is 243025. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khoja Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamui Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khoja Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Khoja Chak village had a total population of 1,720 people, including 910 males and 810 females, living in 345 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.33%, with male literacy at 69.37% and female literacy at 39.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 1,720 | 910 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 169 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 514 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 957 | 396 | 561 |
Nearby Villages of Khoja Chak
Khoja Chak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Matsumbha | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Mohanpur | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Auraiya | South | 2.02 km |
| Murade | West | 2.27 km |
| Patori | East | 2.45 km |
| Bhagwanpur | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Bosdeopur | South | 2.99 km |
| Amdaha Khurd | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Amdaha Kalan | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Parmanandpur | South-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khoja Chak
Public transport in the Khoja Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasharathpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kharagpur to Khoja Chak is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Khoja Chak is about 45 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 Khoja Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khoja 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khoja 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 Khoja Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khoja Chak
Where is Khoja Chak located?
Khoja Chak village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khoja Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoja Chak is Murade.
What is the pincode of Khoja Chak?
The pincode of Khoja Chak is 811213.
What is the population of Khoja Chak?
Khoja Chak had a total population of 1,720, including 910 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Khoja Chak?
Khoja Chak had 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoja Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoja Chak was 55.33%. Male literacy was 69.37% and female literacy was 39.03%.