Kamalpur - Kadwa, Katihar
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Beni Jalalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 224463. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.92 hectares and falls under the 855105 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kamalpur village had a total population of 107 people, including 54 males and 53 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 52.63%.
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 | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 24 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kamalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Kamalpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur is Beni Jalalpur.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 855105.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur had a total population of 107, including 54 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
Kamalpur had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur was 62.50%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 52.63%.