Painra Chak - Pandarak, Patna
Painra Chak is a village situated in the Pandarak subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandarak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Parsawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Painra Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painra Chak is 246482. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 803214 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Painra Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Painra Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Painra Chak village had a total population of 604 people, including 323 males and 281 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 85.04% and female literacy at 62.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245.
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 | 604 | 323 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 141 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 233 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 90 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Painra Chak
Painra 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 Painra Chak
Painra 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 5-10 km of Painra Chak.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Painra Chak is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Painra Chak is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Painra Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painra Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Painra 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 Painra 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Painra Chak
Where is Painra Chak located?
Painra Chak village is located in Pandarak Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Painra Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Painra Chak is Parsawan.
What is the pincode of Painra Chak?
The pincode of Painra Chak is 803214.
What is the population of Painra Chak?
Painra Chak had a total population of 604, including 323 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Painra Chak?
Painra Chak had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Painra Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painra Chak was 74.32%. Male literacy was 85.04% and female literacy was 62.08%.