Kumharua - Amour, Purnia
Kumharua is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Jhauari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumharua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumharua is 223781. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kumharua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kumharua
As per Census 2011, Kumharua village has a total population of 5,790 people, consisting of 2,983 males and 2,807 females. The village has 1,189 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,028 literate and 3,762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumharua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,790 | 2,983 | 2,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,131 | 573 | 558 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 2,028 | 1,182 | 846 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,762 | 1,801 | 1,961 |
Nearby Villages of Kumharua
Kumharua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kumharua
Kumharua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Kumharua is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumharua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumharua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kumharua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumharua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kumharua
Where is Kumharua located?
Kumharua village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumharua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumharua is Jhauari.
What is the pincode of Kumharua?
The pincode of Kumharua is 854315.
What is the population of Kumharua?
Kumharua has a total population of 5,790, including 2,983 males and 2,807 females.
How many households are there in Kumharua?
There are 1,189 households in Kumharua.
What is the literacy rate in Kumharua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumharua is 35.03%. Male literacy is 39.62% and female literacy is 30.14%.