Khiria Urf Gamharia - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Khiria Urf Gamharia is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Chamwaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiria Urf Gamharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiria Urf Gamharia is 216156. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.4 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khiria Urf Gamharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Khiria Urf Gamharia
According to the 2011 Census, Khiria Urf Gamharia village had a total population of 867 people, including 460 males and 407 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.05%, with male literacy at 55.26% and female literacy at 35.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 867 | 460 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 89 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 205 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 255 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Khiria Urf Gamharia
Khiria Urf Gamharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machharganwan | East | 1.41 km |
| Maghariya | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Bhagajua | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Gurwaliya | North | 1.85 km |
| Narwal | West | 1.89 km |
| Kumhia | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Kaimabandh | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Mahuar | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Nipania | West | 3.03 km |
| Barwal | West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khiria Urf Gamharia
Public transport in the Khiria Urf Gamharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kharpokhra, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bagha to Khiria Urf Gamharia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Khiria Urf 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 Khiria Urf Gamharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiria Urf Gamharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khiria Urf 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 Khiria Urf Gamharia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khiria Urf Gamharia
Where is Khiria Urf Gamharia located?
Khiria Urf Gamharia village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khiria Urf Gamharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiria Urf Gamharia is Chamwaliya.
What is the pincode of Khiria Urf Gamharia?
The pincode of Khiria Urf Gamharia is 845105.
What is the population of Khiria Urf Gamharia?
Khiria Urf Gamharia had a total population of 867, including 460 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Khiria Urf Gamharia?
Khiria Urf Gamharia had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiria Urf Gamharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiria Urf Gamharia was 46.05%. Male literacy was 55.26% and female literacy was 35.91%.