Bakwa Chak - Mahagama, Godda
Bakwa Chak is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Simarakitta Ghat Bandaridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakwa Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakwa Chak is 356710. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Bakwa Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Bakwa Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Bakwa Chak village had a total population of 188 people, including 90 males and 98 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 89.61% and female literacy at 69.86%.
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 | 188 | 90 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 69 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 21 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Bakwa Chak
Bakwa 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 Bakwa Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bakwa Chak. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bakwa Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Bakwa Chak is about 30 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 Bakwa Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakwa Chak 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 Bakwa 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 Bakwa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bakwa Chak
Where is Bakwa Chak located?
Bakwa Chak village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakwa Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakwa Chak is Simarakitta Ghat Bandaridih.
What is the pincode of Bakwa Chak?
The pincode of Bakwa Chak is 814155.
What is the population of Bakwa Chak?
Bakwa Chak had a total population of 188, including 90 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Bakwa Chak?
Bakwa Chak had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakwa Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakwa Chak was 80.00%. Male literacy was 89.61% and female literacy was 69.86%.