Chak Arna - Amnour, Saran
Chak Arna is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Katsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Arna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Arna is 233884. The village covers a total geographical area of 2 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chak Arna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Arna
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Arna village had a total population of 649 people, including 333 males and 316 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.32%, with male literacy at 85.05% and female literacy at 67.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 649 | 333 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 239 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 94 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Arna
Chak Arna 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 Arna
Public transport in the Chak Arna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Arna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Chak Arna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Chak Arna is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Arna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Arna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chak Arna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Arna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Arna
Where is Chak Arna located?
Chak Arna village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Arna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Arna is Katsa.
What is the pincode of Chak Arna?
The pincode of Chak Arna is 841311.
What is the population of Chak Arna?
Chak Arna had a total population of 649, including 333 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Chak Arna?
Chak Arna had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Arna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Arna was 76.32%. Male literacy was 85.05% and female literacy was 67.16%.