Badla Chak - Meherma, Godda
Badla Chak is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. Surani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badla Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badla Chak is 355667. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode.
Badla Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badla Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Badla Chak village had a total population of 182 people, including 85 males and 97 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.26%, with male literacy at 61.19% and female literacy at 27.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 182 | 85 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 75 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 41 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 44 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Badla Chak
Badla 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 Badla Chak
Public transport in the Badla Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badla Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Sahibganj to Badla Chak is about 29 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 Badla Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badla Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badla 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 Badla 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 Badla Chak
Where is Badla Chak located?
Badla Chak village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badla Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Badla Chak is Surani.
What is the pincode of Badla Chak?
The pincode of Badla Chak is 814160.
What is the population of Badla Chak?
Badla Chak had a total population of 182, including 85 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Badla Chak?
Badla Chak had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badla Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badla Chak was 43.26%. Male literacy was 61.19% and female literacy was 27.03%.