Kashia - Dumraon, Buxar
Kashia is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kasian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kashia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashia is 248171. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.8 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kashia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashia
As per Census 2011, Kashia village has a total population of 3,274 people, consisting of 1,691 males and 1,583 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,953 literate and 1,321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 456 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kashia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,274 | 1,691 | 1,583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 264 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 245 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,953 | 1,189 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,321 | 502 | 819 |
Nearby Villages of Kashia
Kashia 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 Kashia
Kashia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kashia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dumraon to Kashia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Kashia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kashia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kashia
Where is Kashia located?
Kashia village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kashia is Kasian.
What is the pincode of Kashia?
The pincode of Kashia is 802126.
What is the population of Kashia?
Kashia has a total population of 3,274, including 1,691 males and 1,583 females.
How many households are there in Kashia?
There are 502 households in Kashia.
What is the literacy rate in Kashia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashia is 59.65%. Male literacy is 70.31% and female literacy is 48.26%.