Mahmud Chak - Sonepur, Saran
Mahmud Chak is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Rasulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahmud Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahmud Chak is 234497. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 841217 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahmud Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahmud Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Mahmud Chak village had a total population of 2,795 people, including 1,476 males and 1,319 females, living in 462 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.00%, with male literacy at 79.45% and female literacy at 55.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 2,795 | 1,476 | 1,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 279 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,543 | 951 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 525 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Mahmud Chak
Mahmud 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 Mahmud Chak
Mahmud Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mahmud Chak has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahmud Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Mahmud 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 Mahmud Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahmud Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahmud 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 Mahmud Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mahmud Chak
Where is Mahmud Chak located?
Mahmud Chak village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahmud Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahmud Chak is Rasulpur.
What is the pincode of Mahmud Chak?
The pincode of Mahmud Chak is 841217.
What is the population of Mahmud Chak?
Mahmud Chak had a total population of 2,795, including 1,476 males and 1,319 females.
How many households are there in Mahmud Chak?
Mahmud Chak had 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahmud Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahmud Chak was 68.00%. Male literacy was 79.45% and female literacy was 55.22%.