Bahera Kudar - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Bahera Kudar is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahgmara and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Behrakudar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahera Kudar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahera Kudar is 361452. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 828125 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Bahera Kudar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahera Kudar
As per Census 2011, Bahera Kudar village has a total population of 3,494 people, consisting of 1,820 males and 1,674 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,297 literate and 1,197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,002 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahera Kudar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,494 | 1,820 | 1,674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 280 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,002 | 520 | 482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,297 | 1,384 | 913 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,197 | 436 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Bahera Kudar
Bahera Kudar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahiardih | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Kairidih | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Jhagrahi | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Kolmurna | East | 1.28 km |
| Mansinha Kurwa | East | 1.53 km |
| Tewaridih Alias Digwardih | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Darida | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Gonardih | South | 1.88 km |
| Shamdih | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Bhupatidih | East | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahera Kudar
Bahera Kudar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonardih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Bahera Kudar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahera Kudar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahera Kudar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahera Kudar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahera Kudar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bahera Kudar
Where is Bahera Kudar located?
Bahera Kudar village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahera Kudar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahera Kudar is Behrakudar.
What is the pincode of Bahera Kudar?
The pincode of Bahera Kudar is 828125.
What is the population of Bahera Kudar?
Bahera Kudar has a total population of 3,494, including 1,820 males and 1,674 females.
How many households are there in Bahera Kudar?
There are 611 households in Bahera Kudar.
What is the literacy rate in Bahera Kudar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahera Kudar is 65.74%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 54.54%.