Baija Chak - Mahagama, Godda
Baija Chak is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Ramkol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baija Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baija Chak is 356524. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.97 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Baija Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahagama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baija Chak
As per Census 2011, Baija Chak village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 131 males and 127 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baija Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 131 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 79 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Baija Chak
Baija 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 Baija Chak
Baija Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Baija Chak is about 43 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 Baija Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baija Chak 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 Baija 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 Baija Chak 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 Baija Chak
Where is Baija Chak located?
Baija Chak village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baija Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Baija Chak is Ramkol.
What is the pincode of Baija Chak?
The pincode of Baija Chak is 814155.
What is the population of Baija Chak?
Baija Chak has a total population of 258, including 131 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Baija Chak?
There are 49 households in Baija Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Baija Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baija Chak is 34.11%. Male literacy is 39.69% and female literacy is 28.35%.