Kahra
Kahra is a village located in Kahara subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Kahara (tehsildar office) and 2km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Bariyahi is the gram panchayat of Kahra village.
Here you can discover what makes Kahra unique in its vibrant Kahara-Saharsa region. You’ll see Kahra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kahra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahra is 226433. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852216. Saharsa is nearest town to Kahra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Kahra
Population of Kahra
According to the 2011 Census, Kahra has a total population of about 4,093, with approximately 2,121 males and 1,972 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 789 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 442 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.91%, with male literacy at about 54.46% and female literacy near 38.79%. There are around 807 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,093 | 2,121 | 1,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 789 | 412 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 230 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,920 | 1,155 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,173 | 966 | 1,207 |
Connectivity of Kahra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahra. As per the 2011 stats, Kahra 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahra
- Where is Kahra located?
- Kahra village is situated in Kahara Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kahra is Bariyahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kahra?
- The pincode of Kahra is 852216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahra is 4,093, with 2,121 males and 1,972 females.
- How many households are there in Kahra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahra village has a total of 807 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahra is 46.91%. The male literacy rate is 54.46%, while the female literacy rate is 38.79%.