Hemcha Chak - Mahagama, Godda
Hemcha Chak is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Dharmodih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hemcha Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemcha Chak is 356725. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.12 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Hemcha 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 Hemcha Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Hemcha Chak village had a total population of 564 people, including 297 males and 267 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.24%, with male literacy at 71.01% and female literacy at 44.24%.
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 | 564 | 297 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 169 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 128 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Hemcha Chak
Hemcha 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 Hemcha Chak
Hemcha 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 NA |
| 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 Hemcha Chak is about 35 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 Hemcha Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemcha Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hemcha 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 Hemcha 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 Hemcha Chak
Where is Hemcha Chak located?
Hemcha Chak village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemcha Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Hemcha Chak is Dharmodih.
What is the pincode of Hemcha Chak?
The pincode of Hemcha Chak is 814155.
What is the population of Hemcha Chak?
Hemcha Chak had a total population of 564, including 297 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Hemcha Chak?
Hemcha Chak had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hemcha Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemcha Chak was 58.24%. Male literacy was 71.01% and female literacy was 44.24%.