Kamat - Sherghati, Gaya
Kamat is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chetab Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamat is 256316. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kamat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamat
According to the 2011 Census, Kamat village had a total population of 2,196 people, including 1,131 males and 1,065 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.14%, with male literacy at 69.41% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 789.
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 | 2,196 | 1,131 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 183 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 403 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 658 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 473 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Kamat
Kamat 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 Kamat
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Kamat is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Kamat 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.
FAQs about Kamat
Where is Kamat located?
Kamat village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamat is Chetab Kalan.
What is the pincode of Kamat?
The pincode of Kamat is 824211.
What is the population of Kamat?
Kamat had a total population of 2,196, including 1,131 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Kamat?
Kamat had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamat was 61.14%. Male literacy was 69.41% and female literacy was 52.17%.