Gamharia - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Gamharia is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Khairwa Malah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamharia is 219140. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gamharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gamharia
According to the 2011 Census, Gamharia village had a total population of 1,045 people, including 556 males and 489 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.97%, with male literacy at 58.28% and female literacy at 35.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 1,045 | 556 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 115 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 257 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 299 | 356 |
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
Gamharia 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Gamharia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gamharia
Where is Gamharia located?
Gamharia village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamharia is Khairwa Malah.
What is the pincode of Gamharia?
The pincode of Gamharia is 843324.
What is the population of Gamharia?
Gamharia had a total population of 1,045, including 556 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Gamharia?
Gamharia had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamharia was 47.97%. Male literacy was 58.28% and female literacy was 35.75%.