Chak Farida - Jandaha, Vaishali
Chak Farida is a village situated in the Jandaha subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jandaha and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Sohrathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Farida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Farida is 235477. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 844505 pincode. Samastipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chak Farida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hajipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Farida
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Farida village had a total population of 523 people, including 281 males and 242 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 54.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
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 | 523 | 281 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 200 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 81 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Farida
Chak Farida 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 Farida
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chak Farida.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samastipur to Chak Farida is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hajipur to Chak Farida is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Farida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Farida 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Farida
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 Farida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Farida
Where is Chak Farida located?
Chak Farida village is located in Jandaha Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Farida?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Farida is Sohrathi.
What is the pincode of Chak Farida?
The pincode of Chak Farida is 844505.
What is the population of Chak Farida?
Chak Farida had a total population of 523, including 281 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Chak Farida?
Chak Farida had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Farida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Farida was 70.18%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 54.85%.