Kapur Chak - Sonepur, Saran
Kapur Chak is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Chatur Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapur Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapur Chak is 234501. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 841217 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kapur Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapur Chak
As per Census 2011, Kapur Chak village has a total population of 1,326 people, consisting of 711 males and 615 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 872 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapur Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,326 | 711 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 536 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 175 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Kapur Chak
Kapur 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 Kapur Chak
Public transport in the Kapur Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kapur Chak has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonepur to Kapur Chak is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Kapur Chak is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapur Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapur Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kapur 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 Kapur Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kapur Chak
Where is Kapur Chak located?
Kapur Chak village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapur Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapur Chak is Chatur Pur.
What is the pincode of Kapur Chak?
The pincode of Kapur Chak is 841217.
What is the population of Kapur Chak?
Kapur Chak has a total population of 1,326, including 711 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Kapur Chak?
There are 214 households in Kapur Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Kapur Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapur Chak is 65.76%. Male literacy is 75.39% and female literacy is 54.63%.