Bama Chak - Harnaut, Nalanda
Bama Chak is a village situated in the Harnaut subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harnaut and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Chero serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bama Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bama Chak is 244246. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 803110 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bama Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bama Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Bama Chak village had a total population of 1,137 people, including 610 males and 527 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.17%, with male literacy at 86.63% and female literacy at 63.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 1,137 | 610 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 94 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 447 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 163 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Bama Chak
Bama 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 Bama Chak
Bama 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 2-5 km of Bama Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Bama Chak is about 25 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 Bama Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bama Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bama 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 Bama 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 Bama Chak
Where is Bama Chak located?
Bama Chak village is located in Harnaut Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bama Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Bama Chak is Chero.
What is the pincode of Bama Chak?
The pincode of Bama Chak is 803110.
What is the population of Bama Chak?
Bama Chak had a total population of 1,137, including 610 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Bama Chak?
Bama Chak had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bama Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bama Chak was 76.17%. Male literacy was 86.63% and female literacy was 63.55%.