Gehuma

Gehuma is a village located in Jalalgarh subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Jalalgarh (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Dansar is the gram panchayat of Gehuma village.

Gehuma has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gehuma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gehuma is 223638. The village spans a total geographical area of 199 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854327. Kasba is nearest town to Gehuma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Gehuma

Below is a concise population overview of Gehuma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,265 1,672 1,593
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 707 334 373
Scheduled Castes (SC) 642 316 326
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,552 920 632
Illiterate Population 1,713 752 961

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gehuma village:

  • The total population of Gehuma village is around 3,265, including approximately 1,672 males and 1,593 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 707 children aged 0–6 years in Gehuma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gehuma village has 642 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gehuma village is about 47.53%, with male literacy at 55.02% and female literacy at 39.67%.
  • There are around 702 households in Gehuma village.

Connectivity of Gehuma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gehuma. As per the 2011 stats, Gehuma 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gehuma

Knowing the nearby villages of Gehuma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gehuma.

Baghua Matiarpur Hakka Bathna Nijgehuma Kankhudia Harchandpur Mahiarpur Khalwara Dhanganwan Kankhudia

Frequently Asked Questions about Gehuma

Where is Gehuma located?
Gehuma village is situated in Jalalgarh Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Gehuma is Dansar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gehuma?
The pincode of Gehuma is 854327, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gehuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gehuma is 3,265, with 1,672 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Gehuma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gehuma village has a total of 702 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gehuma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gehuma is 47.53%. The male literacy rate is 55.02%, while the female literacy rate is 39.67%.