Gamharia
Gamharia is a village located in Saur Bazar subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Saur Bazar (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Gamhariya is the gram panchayat of Gamharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gamharia unique in its vibrant Saur Bazar-Saharsa region. You’ll see Gamharia’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 Gamharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gamharia is 226459. The village spans a total geographical area of 924 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852221. Saharsa is nearest town to Gamharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gamharia
Population of Gamharia
According to the 2011 Census, Gamharia has a total population of about 11,609, with approximately 6,037 males and 5,572 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,429 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,429 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.21%, with male literacy at about 51.38% and female literacy near 28.10%. There are around 2,126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gamharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,609 | 6,037 | 5,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,429 | 1,186 | 1,243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,429 | 1,249 | 1,180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,668 | 3,102 | 1,566 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,941 | 2,935 | 4,006 |
Connectivity of Gamharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gamharia. As per the 2011 stats, Gamharia 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gamharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gamharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gamharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gamharia
- Where is Gamharia located?
- Gamharia village is situated in Saur Bazar Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gamharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gamharia is Gamhariya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gamharia?
- The pincode of Gamharia is 852221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gamharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gamharia is 11,609, with 6,037 males and 5,572 females.
- How many households are there in Gamharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gamharia village has a total of 2,126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gamharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gamharia is 40.21%. The male literacy rate is 51.38%, while the female literacy rate is 28.10%.