Kaina - Singhia, Samastipur
Kaina is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Mahe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaina is 237212. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kaina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaina
According to the 2011 Census, Kaina village had a total population of 2,458 people, including 1,292 males and 1,166 females, living in 488 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.69%, with male literacy at 70.23% and female literacy at 47.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 2,458 | 1,292 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 207 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,220 | 762 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,238 | 530 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Kaina
Kaina 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 Kaina
Kaina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Rosera to Kaina is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Kaina is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaina
Where is Kaina located?
Kaina village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaina?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaina is Mahe.
What is the pincode of Kaina?
The pincode of Kaina is 848209.
What is the population of Kaina?
Kaina had a total population of 2,458, including 1,292 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Kaina?
Kaina had 488 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaina was 59.69%. Male literacy was 70.23% and female literacy was 47.76%.