Moharia - Ramgarh, Dumka
Moharia is a village situated in the Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Kanjwe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moharia is 370387. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.04 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Moharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Moharia
As per Census 2011, Moharia village has a total population of 492 people, consisting of 238 males and 254 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 492 | 238 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 184 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 139 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 99 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Moharia
Moharia 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 Moharia
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Moharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dumka to Moharia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moharia 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 Moharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moharia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Moharia
Where is Moharia located?
Moharia village is located in Ramgarh Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Moharia is Kanjwe.
What is the pincode of Moharia?
The pincode of Moharia is 814119.
What is the population of Moharia?
Moharia has a total population of 492, including 238 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Moharia?
There are 106 households in Moharia.
What is the literacy rate in Moharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moharia is 41.67%. Male literacy is 58.40% and female literacy is 25.98%.