Gamharia Ekdara - Murliganj, Madhepura
Gamharia Ekdara is a village situated in the Murliganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murliganj and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Jitapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamharia Ekdara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamharia Ekdara is 226003. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.2 hectares and falls under the 852122 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gamharia Ekdara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhepura Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gamharia Ekdara
As per Census 2011, Gamharia Ekdara village has a total population of 3,315 people, consisting of 1,739 males and 1,576 females. The village has 630 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 643 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,209 literate and 2,106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamharia Ekdara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,315 | 1,739 | 1,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 643 | 333 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 333 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 147 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 795 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,106 | 944 | 1,162 |
Nearby Villages of Gamharia Ekdara
Gamharia Ekdara 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 Gamharia Ekdara
Gamharia Ekdara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Gamharia Ekdara 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 Murliganj to Gamharia Ekdara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Gamharia Ekdara is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamharia Ekdara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamharia Ekdara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gamharia Ekdara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamharia Ekdara 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 Gamharia Ekdara
Where is Gamharia Ekdara located?
Gamharia Ekdara village is located in Murliganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamharia Ekdara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamharia Ekdara is Jitapur.
What is the pincode of Gamharia Ekdara?
The pincode of Gamharia Ekdara is 852122.
What is the population of Gamharia Ekdara?
Gamharia Ekdara has a total population of 3,315, including 1,739 males and 1,576 females.
How many households are there in Gamharia Ekdara?
There are 630 households in Gamharia Ekdara.
What is the literacy rate in Gamharia Ekdara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamharia Ekdara is 36.47%. Male literacy is 45.72% and female literacy is 26.27%.