Kakarhia - Nagra, Saran
Kakarhia is a village situated in the Nagra subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagra and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Koreya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakarhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakarhia is 233754. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 841414 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kakarhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kakarhia
As per Census 2011, Kakarhia village has a total population of 3,003 people, consisting of 1,568 males and 1,435 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,732 literate and 1,271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakarhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,003 | 1,568 | 1,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 268 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 203 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,732 | 1,059 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,271 | 509 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Kakarhia
Kakarhia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Husenpur | North-West | 0.59 km |
| Sargatti | East | 0.76 km |
| Dharampur | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Chandanpur | North | 1.10 km |
| Rampur | West | 1.52 km |
| Takia | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Tetarpur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Koreya | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Paharpur | East | 2.03 km |
| Badlutola | South | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kakarhia
Kakarhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khairah, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Kakarhia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Kakarhia is about 15 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 Kakarhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakarhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kakarhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakarhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kakarhia
Where is Kakarhia located?
Kakarhia village is located in Nagra Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakarhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakarhia is Koreya.
What is the pincode of Kakarhia?
The pincode of Kakarhia is 841414.
What is the population of Kakarhia?
Kakarhia has a total population of 3,003, including 1,568 males and 1,435 females.
How many households are there in Kakarhia?
There are 475 households in Kakarhia.
What is the literacy rate in Kakarhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakarhia is 57.68%. Male literacy is 67.54% and female literacy is 46.90%.