Tama Kuha - Madhubani, Pashchim Champaran
Tama Kuha is a village situated in the Madhubani subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhubani and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Tamkuha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tama Kuha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tama Kuha is 216988. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 845104 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Tama Kuha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tama Kuha
As per Census 2011, Tama Kuha village has a total population of 5,206 people, consisting of 2,678 males and 2,528 females. The village has 803 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,106 literate and 3,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,045 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tama Kuha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,206 | 2,678 | 2,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,121 | 583 | 538 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,045 | 525 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,106 | 1,388 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,100 | 1,290 | 1,810 |
Nearby Villages of Tama Kuha
Tama Kuha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bajar Keraia | East | 1.27 km |
| Pakdihwa | North | 2.09 km |
| Taulaha | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Daunaha | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Barwa | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Ghaghwa | South | 3.97 km |
| Jungle Singa Patti | West | 4.09 km |
| Basantpur | West | 4.69 km |
| Gambharia Khurd | West | 4.73 km |
| Chauria | South-West | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tama Kuha
Tama Kuha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kath Kuiyan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tama Kuha is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Tama Kuha is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tama Kuha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tama Kuha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tama Kuha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tama Kuha 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 Tama Kuha
Where is Tama Kuha located?
Tama Kuha village is located in Madhubani Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tama Kuha?
The Gram Panchayat of Tama Kuha is Tamkuha.
What is the pincode of Tama Kuha?
The pincode of Tama Kuha is 845104.
What is the population of Tama Kuha?
Tama Kuha has a total population of 5,206, including 2,678 males and 2,528 females.
How many households are there in Tama Kuha?
There are 803 households in Tama Kuha.
What is the literacy rate in Tama Kuha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tama Kuha is 40.45%. Male literacy is 51.83% and female literacy is 28.40%.