Guru Chak - Narhat, Nawada
Guru Chak is a village situated in the Narhat subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narhat and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Pali Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guru Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guru Chak is 258156. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 805103 pincode. Hisua is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Guru Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guru Chak
As per Census 2011, Guru Chak village has a total population of 952 people, consisting of 482 males and 470 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guru Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 482 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 276 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 321 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 161 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Guru Chak
Guru 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 Guru Chak
Guru Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Guru Chak has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hisua to Guru Chak is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Guru Chak is about 15 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 Guru Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guru 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 Guru 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 Guru 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 Guru Chak
Where is Guru Chak located?
Guru Chak village is located in Narhat Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guru Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Guru Chak is Pali Khurd.
What is the pincode of Guru Chak?
The pincode of Guru Chak is 805103.
What is the population of Guru Chak?
Guru Chak has a total population of 952, including 482 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Guru Chak?
There are 136 households in Guru Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Guru Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guru Chak is 52.73%. Male literacy is 66.60% and female literacy is 38.51%.