Chak Shama - Bidupur, Vaishali
Chak Shama is a village situated in the Bidupur subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bidupur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Majlispur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Shama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Shama is 235935. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 844503 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chak Shama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Shama
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Shama village had a total population of 110 people, including 60 males and 50 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.73%, with male literacy at 96.36% and female literacy at 74.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 7 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Shama
Chak Shama 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 Shama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chak Shama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Chak Shama is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Shama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Shama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Shama
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 Shama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Shama
Where is Chak Shama located?
Chak Shama village is located in Bidupur Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Shama?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Shama is Majlispur.
What is the pincode of Chak Shama?
The pincode of Chak Shama is 844503.
What is the population of Chak Shama?
Chak Shama had a total population of 110, including 60 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Chak Shama?
Chak Shama had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Shama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Shama was 86.73%. Male literacy was 96.36% and female literacy was 74.42%.