Gurmha

Gurmha is a village located in Uchkagaon subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Uchkagaon (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Shankhe Khash is the gram panchayat of Gurmha village.

Gurmha has its own place in the vibrant Gopalganj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gurmha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurmha is 230748. The village spans a total geographical area of 101 hectares. Mirganj is nearest town to Gurmha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Gurmha

Below is a concise population overview of Gurmha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,896 961 935
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 362 175 187
Scheduled Castes (SC) 334 159 175
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 765 476 289
Illiterate Population 1,131 485 646

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurmha village:

  • The total population of Gurmha village is around 1,896, including approximately 961 males and 935 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 362 children aged 0–6 years in Gurmha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurmha village has 334 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gurmha village is about 40.35%, with male literacy at 49.53% and female literacy at 30.91%.
  • There are around 269 households in Gurmha village.

Connectivity of Gurmha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurmha. As per the 2011 stats, Gurmha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gurmha

Knowing the nearby villages of Gurmha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurmha.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gurmha

Where is Gurmha located?
Gurmha village is situated in Uchkagaon Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurmha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurmha is Shankhe Khash (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gurmha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurmha is 1,896, with 961 males and 935 females.
How many households are there in Gurmha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurmha village has a total of 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurmha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurmha is 40.35%. The male literacy rate is 49.53%, while the female literacy rate is 30.91%.