Hamira - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Hamira is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Majhauwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hamira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hamira is 216941. The village covers a total geographical area of 432.9 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Hamira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hamira
As per Census 2011, Hamira village has a total population of 4,289 people, consisting of 2,203 males and 2,086 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 799 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,117 literate and 2,172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 722 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hamira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,289 | 2,203 | 2,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 799 | 410 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 722 | 389 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 2,117 | 1,281 | 836 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,172 | 922 | 1,250 |
Nearby Villages of Hamira
Hamira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parari | West | 1.60 km |
| Dharmajata | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Parsauni | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Majhauwa | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Bariarwa | North | 2.61 km |
| Tarkulwa | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Tola Gosain | South | 3.27 km |
| Karjania | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Balhi | West | 3.44 km |
| Moti Tola | South | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hamira
Public transport in the Hamira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harinagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Hamira is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Hamira is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hamira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hamira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hamira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hamira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hamira
Where is Hamira located?
Hamira village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hamira?
The Gram Panchayat of Hamira is Majhauwa.
What is the pincode of Hamira?
The pincode of Hamira is 845453.
What is the population of Hamira?
Hamira has a total population of 4,289, including 2,203 males and 2,086 females.
How many households are there in Hamira?
There are 796 households in Hamira.
What is the literacy rate in Hamira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hamira is 49.36%. Male literacy is 58.15% and female literacy is 40.08%.