Dwarika Chak - Bhanpur, Basti
Dwarika Chak is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Kewatakhor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwarika Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwarika Chak is 178826. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.03 hectares and falls under the 272190 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dwarika 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 Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dwarika Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Dwarika Chak village had a total population of 496 people, including 260 males and 236 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.56%, with male literacy at 71.22% and female literacy at 43.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 496 | 260 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 55 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 146 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 114 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Dwarika Chak
Dwarika 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 Dwarika Chak
Public transport in the Dwarika Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Dwarika Chak is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dwarika Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwarika 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 Dwarika 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 Dwarika 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 Dwarika Chak
Where is Dwarika Chak located?
Dwarika Chak village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwarika Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwarika Chak is Kewatakhor.
What is the pincode of Dwarika Chak?
The pincode of Dwarika Chak is 272190.
What is the population of Dwarika Chak?
Dwarika Chak had a total population of 496, including 260 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Dwarika Chak?
Dwarika Chak had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwarika Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwarika Chak was 57.56%. Male literacy was 71.22% and female literacy was 43.90%.