Ghori Chak - Meherma, Godda
Ghori Chak is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Godda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dhankuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghori Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghori Chak is 355746. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode.
Ghori Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghori Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Ghori Chak village had a total population of 411 people, including 211 males and 200 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.05%, with male literacy at 74.73% and female literacy at 40.65%.
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 | 411 | 211 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 29 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 136 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 75 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Ghori Chak
Ghori 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 Ghori Chak
Ghori 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Ghori 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 Ghori Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghori 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 Ghori 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 Ghori 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghori Chak
Where is Ghori Chak located?
Ghori Chak village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghori Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghori Chak is Dhankuriya.
What is the pincode of Ghori Chak?
The pincode of Ghori Chak is 814160.
What is the population of Ghori Chak?
Ghori Chak had a total population of 411, including 211 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Ghori Chak?
Ghori Chak had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghori Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghori Chak was 59.05%. Male literacy was 74.73% and female literacy was 40.65%.