Kulharia - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Kulharia is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kulhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulharia is 246940. The village covers a total geographical area of 417 hectares and falls under the 802160 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kulharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandesh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulharia
As per Census 2011, Kulharia village has a total population of 7,201 people, consisting of 3,781 males and 3,420 females. The village has 1,157 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,585 literate and 2,616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,201 | 3,781 | 3,420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,203 | 620 | 583 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,173 | 632 | 541 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,585 | 2,733 | 1,852 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,616 | 1,048 | 1,568 |
Nearby Villages of Kulharia
Kulharia 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 Kulharia
Kulharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Kulharia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koilwar to Kulharia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Kulharia is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kulharia
Where is Kulharia located?
Kulharia village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulharia is Kulhariya.
What is the pincode of Kulharia?
The pincode of Kulharia is 802160.
What is the population of Kulharia?
Kulharia has a total population of 7,201, including 3,781 males and 3,420 females.
How many households are there in Kulharia?
There are 1,157 households in Kulharia.
What is the literacy rate in Kulharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulharia is 63.67%. Male literacy is 72.28% and female literacy is 54.15%.