Karmaha - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Karmaha is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Binwaliya Bodsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmaha is 216048. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.6 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karmaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Karmaha
As per Census 2011, Karmaha village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 449 males and 437 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 499 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karmaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 449 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 254 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 205 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 244 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Karmaha
Karmaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhsar | North-East | 0.76 km |
| Dudhaura | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Sidhawa | North | 1.90 km |
| Binwaliya | East | 2.15 km |
| Naraingarh | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Batsara | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Bairaidih | East | 2.92 km |
| Behuarwa | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Chegauna | East | 3.30 km |
| Pipra Dharauli | South-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karmaha
Karmaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Karmaha is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Karmaha is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karmaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmaha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karmaha
Where is Karmaha located?
Karmaha village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmaha is Binwaliya Bodsar.
What is the pincode of Karmaha?
The pincode of Karmaha is 845105.
What is the population of Karmaha?
Karmaha has a total population of 886, including 449 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Karmaha?
There are 167 households in Karmaha.
What is the literacy rate in Karmaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmaha is 40.74%. Male literacy is 45.66% and female literacy is 35.70%.