Kamarma - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Kamarma is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Biktam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamarma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamarma is 347664. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.38 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Kamarma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamarma
According to the 2011 Census, Kamarma village had a total population of 1,286 people, including 668 males and 618 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.86%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 40.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 506, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 1,286 | 668 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 260 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 346 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 322 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Kamarma
Kamarma 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 Kamarma
Kamarma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kamarma has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Kamarma is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamarma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamarma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamarma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamarma 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 Kamarma
Where is Kamarma located?
Kamarma village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamarma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamarma is Biktam.
What is the pincode of Kamarma?
The pincode of Kamarma is 822133.
What is the population of Kamarma?
Kamarma had a total population of 1,286, including 668 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Kamarma?
Kamarma had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamarma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamarma was 51.86%. Male literacy was 61.90% and female literacy was 40.97%.