Una Chak - Dighwara, Saran
Una Chak is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Basti Jalal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Una Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Una Chak is 234434. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 841221 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Una Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Una Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Una Chak village had a total population of 1,598 people, including 832 males and 766 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.33%, with male literacy at 84.27% and female literacy at 59.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270.
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 | 1,598 | 832 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 158 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 144 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 568 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 264 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Una Chak
Una 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 Una Chak
Una Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Una Chak has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Una Chak is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Una 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 Una Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Una 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Una 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 Una Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Una Chak
Where is Una Chak located?
Una Chak village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Una Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Una Chak is Basti Jalal.
What is the pincode of Una Chak?
The pincode of Una Chak is 841221.
What is the population of Una Chak?
Una Chak had a total population of 1,598, including 832 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Una Chak?
Una Chak had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Una Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Una Chak was 72.33%. Male literacy was 84.27% and female literacy was 59.49%.