Ghasia
Ghasia is a village located in Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuraiya (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Ghasiya is the gram panchayat of Ghasia village.
Ghasia has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghasia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghasia is 241111. The village spans a total geographical area of 416 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813224. Banka is nearest town to Ghasia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Ghasia
Population of Ghasia
Below is a concise population overview of Ghasia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,290 | 3,185 | 3,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,291 | 618 | 673 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 111 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,768 | 1,651 | 1,117 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,522 | 1,534 | 1,988 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghasia village:
- The total population of Ghasia village is around 6,290, including approximately 3,185 males and 3,105 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,291 children aged 0–6 years in Ghasia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghasia village has 219 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghasia village is about 44.01%, with male literacy at 51.84% and female literacy at 35.97%.
- There are around 1,146 households in Ghasia village.
Connectivity of Ghasia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghasia. As per the 2011 stats, Ghasia 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghasia
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghasia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghasia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghasia
- Where is Ghasia located?
- Ghasia village is situated in Dhuraiya Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghasia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghasia is Ghasiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghasia?
- The pincode of Ghasia is 813224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghasia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghasia is 6,290, with 3,185 males and 3,105 females.
- How many households are there in Ghasia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghasia village has a total of 1,146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghasia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghasia is 44.01%. The male literacy rate is 51.84%, while the female literacy rate is 35.97%.