Kavaia - Purnia East, Purnia
Kavaia is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Kabaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kavaia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kavaia is 223469. The village covers a total geographical area of 748 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kavaia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kavaia
As per Census 2011, Kavaia village has a total population of 6,430 people, consisting of 3,321 males and 3,109 females. The village has 1,229 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,096 literate and 4,334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kavaia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,430 | 3,321 | 3,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,482 | 759 | 723 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,411 | 702 | 709 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,096 | 1,231 | 865 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,334 | 2,090 | 2,244 |
Nearby Villages of Kavaia
Kavaia 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 Kavaia
Public transport in the Kavaia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kavaia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Kavaia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kavaia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kavaia 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 Kavaia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kavaia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kavaia
Where is Kavaia located?
Kavaia village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kavaia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kavaia is Kabaiya.
What is the pincode of Kavaia?
The pincode of Kavaia is 854301.
What is the population of Kavaia?
Kavaia has a total population of 6,430, including 3,321 males and 3,109 females.
How many households are there in Kavaia?
There are 1,229 households in Kavaia.
What is the literacy rate in Kavaia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kavaia is 32.60%. Male literacy is 37.07% and female literacy is 27.82%.