Nawasi Chak - Dhanarua, Patna
Nawasi Chak is a village situated in the Dhanarua subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanarua and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Bijaypura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawasi Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawasi Chak is 245958. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 804451 pincode. Masaurhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nawasi Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawasi Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Nawasi Chak village had a total population of 554 people, including 290 males and 264 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.21%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 41.56%.
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 | 554 | 290 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 174 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 116 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Nawasi Chak
Nawasi 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 Nawasi Chak
Public transport in the Nawasi Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Masaurhi to Nawasi Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Nawasi Chak is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawasi Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawasi Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawasi 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 Nawasi Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawasi Chak
Where is Nawasi Chak located?
Nawasi Chak village is located in Dhanarua Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nawasi Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawasi Chak is Bijaypura.
What is the pincode of Nawasi Chak?
The pincode of Nawasi Chak is 804451.
What is the population of Nawasi Chak?
Nawasi Chak had a total population of 554, including 290 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Nawasi Chak?
Nawasi Chak had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawasi Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawasi Chak was 55.21%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 41.56%.