Sundar Kumhari - Dobhi, Gaya
Sundar Kumhari is a village situated in the Dobhi subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dobhi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Kurmawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundar Kumhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundar Kumhari is 256378. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 824220 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sundar Kumhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sundar Kumhari
According to the 2011 Census, Sundar Kumhari village had a total population of 681 people, including 350 males and 331 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.91%, with male literacy at 73.84% and female literacy at 65.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 681 | 350 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 206 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 144 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Sundar Kumhari
Sundar Kumhari 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 Sundar Kumhari
Sundar Kumhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Sundar Kumhari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Sundar Kumhari is about 40 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 Sundar Kumhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundar Kumhari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sundar Kumhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundar Kumhari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sundar Kumhari
Where is Sundar Kumhari located?
Sundar Kumhari village is located in Dobhi Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundar Kumhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundar Kumhari is Kurmawan.
What is the pincode of Sundar Kumhari?
The pincode of Sundar Kumhari is 824220.
What is the population of Sundar Kumhari?
Sundar Kumhari had a total population of 681, including 350 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Sundar Kumhari?
Sundar Kumhari had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundar Kumhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundar Kumhari was 69.91%. Male literacy was 73.84% and female literacy was 65.79%.