Gamharia Kalan
Gamharia Kalan is a village located in Adapur subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Adapur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Gamharia is the gram panchayat of Gamharia Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gamharia Kalan unique in its vibrant Adapur-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Gamharia Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gamharia Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gamharia Kalan is 217572. The village spans a total geographical area of 446 hectares. Raxaul is nearest town to Gamharia Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gamharia Kalan
Population of Gamharia Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gamharia Kalan has a total population of about 6,059, with approximately 3,410 males and 2,649 females. The sex ratio is around 776 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,243 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 28. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.12%, with male literacy at about 60.32% and female literacy near 37.00%. There are around 1,313 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gamharia Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,059 | 3,410 | 2,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,243 | 692 | 551 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 275 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,037 | 2,057 | 980 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,022 | 1,353 | 1,669 |
Connectivity of Gamharia Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gamharia Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gamharia Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gamharia Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gamharia Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gamharia Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gamharia Kalan
- Where is Gamharia Kalan located?
- Gamharia Kalan village is situated in Adapur Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gamharia Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gamharia Kalan is Gamharia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gamharia Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gamharia Kalan is 6,059, with 3,410 males and 2,649 females.
- How many households are there in Gamharia Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gamharia Kalan village has a total of 1,313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gamharia Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gamharia Kalan is 50.12%. The male literacy rate is 60.32%, while the female literacy rate is 37.00%.