Kuari - Dhamdaha, Purnia
Kuari is a village situated in the Dhamdaha subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdaha and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Kuwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuari is 223341. The village covers a total geographical area of 404 hectares and falls under the 854205 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kuari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuari
As per Census 2011, Kuari village has a total population of 4,995 people, consisting of 2,618 males and 2,377 females. The village has 924 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 949 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,112 literate and 2,883 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,995 | 2,618 | 2,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 949 | 471 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,399 | 745 | 654 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,112 | 1,307 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,883 | 1,311 | 1,572 |
Nearby Villages of Kuari
Kuari 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 Kuari
Kuari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kuari has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Kuari is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Kuari is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuari
Where is Kuari located?
Kuari village is located in Dhamdaha Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuari is Kuwari.
What is the pincode of Kuari?
The pincode of Kuari is 854205.
What is the population of Kuari?
Kuari has a total population of 4,995, including 2,618 males and 2,377 females.
How many households are there in Kuari?
There are 924 households in Kuari.
What is the literacy rate in Kuari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuari is 42.28%. Male literacy is 49.92% and female literacy is 33.87%.