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
As per Census 2011, Dwarika Chak village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 260 males and 236 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dwarika Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 260 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 55 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| 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 has a total population of 496, including 260 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Dwarika Chak?
There are 88 households in Dwarika Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Dwarika Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwarika Chak is 47.58%. Male literacy is 56.15% and female literacy is 38.14%.