Bhamua - Sursand, Sitamarhi
Bhamua is a village situated in the Sursand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sursand and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Koriyahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhamua is 219254. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.3 hectares and falls under the 843331 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhamua
According to the 2011 Census, Bhamua village had a total population of 1,868 people, including 950 males and 918 females, living in 369 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.44%, with male literacy at 48.24% and female literacy at 38.38%.
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 | 1,868 | 950 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 183 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 370 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 580 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Bhamua
Bhamua 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 Bhamua
Bhamua 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 >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 Bhamua 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 Bhamua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhamua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhamua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhamua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhamua
Where is Bhamua located?
Bhamua village is located in Sursand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhamua is Koriyahi.
What is the pincode of Bhamua?
The pincode of Bhamua is 843331.
What is the population of Bhamua?
Bhamua had a total population of 1,868, including 950 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Bhamua?
Bhamua had 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhamua was 43.44%. Male literacy was 48.24% and female literacy was 38.38%.