Gurmia
Gurmia is a village located in Ghorasahan subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorasahan (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Gurmiya is the gram panchayat of Gurmia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurmia unique in its vibrant Ghorasahan-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Gurmia’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 Gurmia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurmia is 217802. The village spans a total geographical area of 390 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Gurmia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gurmia
Population of Gurmia
According to the 2011 Census, Gurmia has a total population of about 6,112, with approximately 3,239 males and 2,873 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 449 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.32%, with male literacy at about 44.49% and female literacy near 24.99%. There are around 1,113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurmia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,112 | 3,239 | 2,873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,245 | 652 | 593 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 241 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,159 | 1,441 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,953 | 1,798 | 2,155 |
Connectivity of Gurmia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurmia. As per the 2011 stats, Gurmia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurmia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurmia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurmia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurmia
- Where is Gurmia located?
- Gurmia village is situated in Ghorasahan Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurmia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurmia is Gurmiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gurmia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurmia is 6,112, with 3,239 males and 2,873 females.
- How many households are there in Gurmia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurmia village has a total of 1,113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurmia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurmia is 35.32%. The male literacy rate is 44.49%, while the female literacy rate is 24.99%.