Kuar - Jainagar, Madhubani
Kuar is a village situated in the Jainagar subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Dorbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuar is 219941. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.2 hectares and falls under the 847226 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kuar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuar
As per Census 2011, Kuar village has a total population of 6,547 people, consisting of 3,452 males and 3,095 females. The village has 1,348 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,364 literate and 3,183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 949 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,547 | 3,452 | 3,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,235 | 647 | 588 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 488 | 461 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,364 | 2,115 | 1,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,183 | 1,337 | 1,846 |
Nearby Villages of Kuar
Kuar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dodwar | East | 2.36 km |
| Silanath Dulipatti | West | 2.47 km |
| Jainagar | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Korahia | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Barhmotar | East | 3.49 km |
| Mahua Ekdara | South | 3.60 km |
| Chatar | West | 3.81 km |
| Barhi | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Indarwa | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Biraul | South | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuar
Kuar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Kuar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Kuar is about 40 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 Kuar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuar 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 Kuar
Where is Kuar located?
Kuar village is located in Jainagar Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuar is Dorbar.
What is the pincode of Kuar?
The pincode of Kuar is 847226.
What is the population of Kuar?
Kuar has a total population of 6,547, including 3,452 males and 3,095 females.
How many households are there in Kuar?
There are 1,348 households in Kuar.
What is the literacy rate in Kuar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuar is 51.38%. Male literacy is 61.27% and female literacy is 40.36%.