Pamal - Pothia, Kishanganj
Pamal is a village situated in the Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pothia and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Naukatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pamal is 222571. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.17 hectares and falls under the 855117 pincode. Thakurganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pamal
As per Census 2011, Pamal village has a total population of 3,175 people, consisting of 1,589 males and 1,586 females. The village has 708 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 582 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,310 literate and 1,865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,175 | 1,589 | 1,586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 276 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 148 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 795 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,865 | 794 | 1,071 |
Nearby Villages of Pamal
Pamal 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 Pamal
Pamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pamal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Thakurganj to Pamal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Pamal is about 38 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 Pamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pamal
Where is Pamal located?
Pamal village is located in Pothia Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pamal is Naukatta.
What is the pincode of Pamal?
The pincode of Pamal is 855117.
What is the population of Pamal?
Pamal has a total population of 3,175, including 1,589 males and 1,586 females.
How many households are there in Pamal?
There are 708 households in Pamal.
What is the literacy rate in Pamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pamal is 41.26%. Male literacy is 50.03% and female literacy is 32.47%.