Kumhia

Kumhia is a village located in Dighalbank subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Dighalbank (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Ekra is the gram panchayat of Kumhia village.

Kumhia has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 Kumhia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kumhia is 222372. The village spans a total geographical area of 659 hectares. Bahadurganj is nearest town to Kumhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Kumhia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,922 2,010 1,912
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 854 423 431
Scheduled Castes (SC) 114 54 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 326 172 154
Literate Population 1,824 1,075 749
Illiterate Population 2,098 935 1,163

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

  • The total population of Kumhia village is around 3,922, including approximately 2,010 males and 1,912 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 854 children aged 0–6 years in Kumhia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kumhia village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 326 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kumhia village is about 46.51%, with male literacy at 53.48% and female literacy at 39.17%.
  • There are around 816 households in Kumhia village.

Connectivity of Kumhia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kumhia. As per the 2011 stats, Kumhia 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kumhia

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

Tarabari Kamati Ikra Milik Tapu Jiapokhar Bhatgaon Besarbati Kudurbaghi Modati

Frequently Asked Questions about Kumhia

Where is Kumhia located?
Kumhia village is situated in Dighalbank Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumhia is Ekra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kumhia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kumhia is 3,922, with 2,010 males and 1,912 females.
How many households are there in Kumhia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kumhia village has a total of 816 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumhia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kumhia is 46.51%. The male literacy rate is 53.48%, while the female literacy rate is 39.17%.