Gamharia - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Gamharia is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Belsandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamharia is 216343. The village covers a total geographical area of 399 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gamharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gamharia
According to the 2011 Census, Gamharia village had a total population of 1,468 people, including 770 males and 698 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.08%, with male literacy at 81.59% and female literacy at 61.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 689.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 770 | 698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 129 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 108 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 689 | 361 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 523 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 247 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Gamharia
Gamharia 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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gamharia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gamharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Gamharia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gamharia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gamharia
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 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
Where is Gamharia located?
Gamharia village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gamharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamharia is Belsandi.
What is the pincode of Gamharia?
The pincode of Gamharia is 845455.
What is the population of Gamharia?
Gamharia had a total population of 1,468, including 770 males and 698 females.
How many households are there in Gamharia?
Gamharia had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamharia was 72.08%. Male literacy was 81.59% and female literacy was 61.43%.