Chak Murtaza - Dalsinghsarai, Samastipur
Chak Murtaza is a village situated in the Dalsinghsarai subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalsinghsarai and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Pagra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Murtaza village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Murtaza is 237026. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 848114 pincode. Dalsinghsarai is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chak Murtaza village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ujiarpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chak Murtaza
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Murtaza village had a total population of 1,055 people, including 540 males and 515 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.56%, with male literacy at 76.22% and female literacy at 52.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,055 | 540 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 97 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 343 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 197 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Murtaza
Chak Murtaza 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 Chak Murtaza
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalsinghsarai to Chak Murtaza is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Chak Murtaza is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chak Murtaza
Where is Chak Murtaza located?
Chak Murtaza village is located in Dalsinghsarai Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Murtaza?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Murtaza is Pagra.
What is the pincode of Chak Murtaza?
The pincode of Chak Murtaza is 848114.
What is the population of Chak Murtaza?
Chak Murtaza had a total population of 1,055, including 540 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Chak Murtaza?
Chak Murtaza had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Murtaza?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Murtaza was 64.56%. Male literacy was 76.22% and female literacy was 52.03%.