Kadamha - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Kadamha is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bairagi Sonbarsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadamha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadamha is 216089. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.3 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kadamha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadamha
As per Census 2011, Kadamha village has a total population of 2,442 people, consisting of 1,248 males and 1,194 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 908 literate and 1,534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,441 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadamha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,442 | 1,248 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 217 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 113 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,441 | 730 | 711 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 565 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,534 | 683 | 851 |
Nearby Villages of Kadamha
Kadamha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siswa | East | 1.50 km |
| Bhitaha | West | 1.78 km |
| Santpur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Chiutaha | South | 2.04 km |
| Hariharpur | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Bairagi Sonbarsa | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Chamardih Bargon | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Bairati | South | 3.67 km |
| Siwrahi | East | 3.68 km |
| Kataha | West | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadamha
Kadamha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhairoganj, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 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 Kadamha is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Kadamha is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadamha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadamha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadamha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadamha 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 Kadamha
Where is Kadamha located?
Kadamha village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadamha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadamha is Bairagi Sonbarsa.
What is the pincode of Kadamha?
The pincode of Kadamha is 845106.
What is the population of Kadamha?
Kadamha has a total population of 2,442, including 1,248 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Kadamha?
There are 433 households in Kadamha.
What is the literacy rate in Kadamha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadamha is 37.18%. Male literacy is 45.27% and female literacy is 28.73%.