Gamharia - Nokha, Rohtas
Gamharia is a village situated in the Nokha subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Dharmpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamharia is 251589. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 802215 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gamharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gamharia
According to the 2011 Census, Gamharia village had a total population of 1,358 people, including 729 males and 629 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.27%, with male literacy at 78.44% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 729 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 140 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 462 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 267 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Gamharia
Gamharia 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 Gamharia
Public transport in the Gamharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Gamharia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Gamharia is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gamharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gamharia
Where is Gamharia located?
Gamharia village is located in Nokha Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gamharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamharia is Dharmpura.
What is the pincode of Gamharia?
The pincode of Gamharia is 802215.
What is the population of Gamharia?
Gamharia had a total population of 1,358, including 729 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Gamharia?
Gamharia had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamharia was 66.27%. Male literacy was 78.44% and female literacy was 52.17%.