Minya Chak
Minya Chak is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Sultanpur Ghughuri is the gram panchayat of Minya Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Minya Chak unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Minya Chak’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Minya Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Minya Chak is 200428. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.57 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Minya Chak village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Minya Chak village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Minya Chak
Population of Minya Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Minya Chak has a total population of about 545, with approximately 280 males and 265 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.83%, with male literacy at about 71.07% and female literacy near 52.08%. There are around 64 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Minya Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 280 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 337 | 199 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 81 | 127 |
Connectivity of Minya Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Minya Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Minya Chak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Minya Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Minya Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Minya Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Minya Chak
- Where is Minya Chak located?
- Minya Chak village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Minya Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Minya Chak is Sultanpur Ghughuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Minya Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Minya Chak is 545, with 280 males and 265 females.
- How many households are there in Minya Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Minya Chak village has a total of 64 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Minya Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Minya Chak is 61.83%. The male literacy rate is 71.07%, while the female literacy rate is 52.08%.