Kamalghorai - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Kamalghorai is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Kirtania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalghorai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalghorai is 239020. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kamalghorai 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 Kamalghorai
According to the 2011 Census, Kamalghorai village had a total population of 276 people, including 148 males and 128 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.31%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 84.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 276 | 148 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 117 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalghorai
Kamalghorai 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 Kamalghorai
Kamalghorai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kamalghorai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Kamalghorai is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Kamalghorai is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalghorai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalghorai 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 Kamalghorai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalghorai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kamalghorai
Where is Kamalghorai located?
Kamalghorai village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalghorai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalghorai is Kirtania.
What is the pincode of Kamalghorai?
The pincode of Kamalghorai is 813209.
What is the population of Kamalghorai?
Kamalghorai had a total population of 276, including 148 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Kamalghorai?
Kamalghorai had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalghorai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalghorai was 88.31%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 84.47%.