Gulal Chak - Dulhin Bazar, Patna
Gulal Chak is a village situated in the Dulhin Bazar subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dulhin Bazar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Sadaweh Dorawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulal Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulal Chak is 245699. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 801102 pincode. Masaurhi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gulal Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gulal Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Gulal Chak village had a total population of 528 people, including 285 males and 243 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 90.71% and female literacy at 49.50%.
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 | 528 | 285 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 205 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 80 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Gulal Chak
Gulal 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 Gulal Chak
Gulal 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 | 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 Gulal Chak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Gulal Chak is about 40 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 Gulal Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gulal 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 Gulal Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulal Chak
Where is Gulal Chak located?
Gulal Chak village is located in Dulhin Bazar Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gulal Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulal Chak is Sadaweh Dorawan.
What is the pincode of Gulal Chak?
The pincode of Gulal Chak is 801102.
What is the population of Gulal Chak?
Gulal Chak had a total population of 528, including 285 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Gulal Chak?
Gulal Chak had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulal Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulal Chak was 71.26%. Male literacy was 90.71% and female literacy was 49.50%.