Gamharpur - Kahalgaon, Bhagalpur
Gamharpur is a village situated in the Kahalgaon subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from Colgong and around 50 km from Bhagalpur. Sinya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamharpur is 239151. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 813222 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gamharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gamharpur village had a total population of 1,510 people, including 805 males and 705 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.30%, with male literacy at 56.86% and female literacy at 29.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 392, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,510 | 805 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 204 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 369 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 436 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Gamharpur
Gamharpur 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 Gamharpur
Gamharpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gamharpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Gamharpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Gamharpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gamharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gamharpur
Where is Gamharpur located?
Gamharpur village is located in Kahalgaon Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamharpur is Sinya.
What is the pincode of Gamharpur?
The pincode of Gamharpur is 813222.
What is the population of Gamharpur?
Gamharpur had a total population of 1,510, including 805 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Gamharpur?
Gamharpur had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamharpur was 44.30%. Male literacy was 56.86% and female literacy was 29.53%.