Gamharia - Ketar*, Garhwa
Gamharia is a village situated in the Ketar* subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ketar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Pachadumar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamharia is 347194. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.5 hectares and falls under the 822112 pincode.
Gamharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gamharia
As per Census 2011, Gamharia village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 155 males and 138 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 155 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 118 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 92 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 63 | 79 |
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
Public transport in the Gamharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gamharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Gamharia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gamharia
Where is Gamharia located?
Gamharia village is located in Ketar* Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamharia is Pachadumar.
What is the pincode of Gamharia?
The pincode of Gamharia is 822112.
What is the population of Gamharia?
Gamharia has a total population of 293, including 155 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Gamharia?
There are 68 households in Gamharia.
What is the literacy rate in Gamharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamharia is 51.54%. Male literacy is 59.35% and female literacy is 42.75%.