Sambhu Chak Village - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Sambhu Chak is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from Kalyanpur and around 38 km from Motihari. Sambhu Chak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sambhu Chak is 218316. The village covers a total geographical area of 686.4 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sambhu Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sambhu Chak
As per Census 2011, Sambhu Chak village has a total population of 8,483 people, consisting of 4,365 males and 4,118 females. The village has 1,596 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,670 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,124 literate and 5,359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,024 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sambhu Chak are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,483 | 4,365 | 4,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,670 | 899 | 771 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,024 | 533 | 491 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,124 | 1,904 | 1,220 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,359 | 2,461 | 2,898 |
Nearby Villages of Sambhu Chak
Sambhu Chak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Daini Math | North | 1.73 km |
| Khokhra | West | 1.82 km |
| Barharwa Mahanad | East | 2.12 km |
| Bakarpur | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Kaithawalia | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Siswa Narsinh | South | 2.37 km |
| Math Gobardhan | South | 2.54 km |
| Pachkharwa | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Bahuara Harbans | South | 2.93 km |
| Khatolwa | West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sambhu Chak
Public transport in the Sambhu Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chakia to Sambhu Chak is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Sambhu Chak is about 38 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 Sambhu Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sambhu Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sambhu 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 Sambhu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sambhu Chak
Where is Sambhu Chak located?
Sambhu Chak village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sambhu Chak?
Sambhu Chak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sambhu Chak?
The pincode of Sambhu Chak is 845413.
What is the population of Sambhu Chak?
Sambhu Chak has a total population of 8,483, including 4,365 males and 4,118 females.
How many households are there in Sambhu Chak?
There are 1,596 households in Sambhu Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Sambhu Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sambhu Chak is 36.83%. Male literacy is 43.62% and female literacy is 29.63%.