Bhalua Chak is a small village located in the Madanpur subdivision of Aurangabad district in the Indian state of Bihar. As per the Census 2011 data, the village is identified by the location code or village code 254540. The village is situated approximately 6 kilometers away from the sub-district headquarters in Madanpur (tehsildar office) and around 27 kilometers from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Administratively, Bhalua Chak falls under the governance of the South Umga Gram Panchayat as per the 2009 records.
Bhalua Chak Population:
As per the Census 2011, the village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 187 males and 173 females. The sex ratio of the village is approximately 925 females for every 1,000 males, which is slightly lower than the national average.
Literacy Rate of Bhalua Chak:
The literacy rate in Bhalua Chak is significantly low at 34.17 percent. It is much lower than many other Indian villaes. A closer look at gender-wise literacy reveals disparities:
- Male literacy rate: 43.85 percent
- Female literacy rate: 23.70 percent
This highlights a gap in educational access between men and women, with male literacy being nearly twice as high as female literacy. Efforts to promote education, especially among women, could help improve overall literacy and socio-economic conditions in the village.
Area and Infrastructure:
This village covers a total area of 31 hectares, making it a relatively small settlement. The village comprises approximately 45 households, indicating a closely-knit rural community. The nearest town to Bhalua Chak for economic and commercial activities is Aurangabad, located 27 kilometers away. Residents often travel there for essential services, markets, healthcare, and employment opportunities.
This settlement is primarily a rural economy with most residents engaged in agriculture for their livelihood. The absence of any industries nearby makes the villagers dependent on Madanpur and Aurangabad for employment and trade.