Lakkha Chak - Giriak, Nalanda
Lakkha Chak is a village situated in the Giriak subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Giriak and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Gajipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakkha Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkha Chak is 245120. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 803216 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lakkha Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakkha Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Lakkha Chak village had a total population of 596 people, including 316 males and 280 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.85%, with male literacy at 87.07% and female literacy at 65.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 596 | 316 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 229 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 87 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkha Chak
Lakkha 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 Lakkha Chak
Lakkha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Lakkha Chak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkha Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lakkha 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 Lakkha 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lakkha Chak
Where is Lakkha Chak located?
Lakkha Chak village is located in Giriak Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakkha Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakkha Chak is Gajipur.
What is the pincode of Lakkha Chak?
The pincode of Lakkha Chak is 803216.
What is the population of Lakkha Chak?
Lakkha Chak had a total population of 596, including 316 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Lakkha Chak?
Lakkha Chak had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkha Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkha Chak was 76.85%. Male literacy was 87.07% and female literacy was 65.55%.