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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Moharia
According to the 2011 Census, Moharia village had a total population of 492 people, including 238 males and 254 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.66%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 32.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 378.
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 | 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 had a total population of 492, including 238 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Moharia?
Moharia had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moharia was 53.66%. Male literacy was 77.65% and female literacy was 32.51%.