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
As per Census 2011, Kamarma village has a total population of 1,286 people, consisting of 668 males and 618 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 729 illiterate residents. Additionally, 506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamarma are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,286, including 668 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Kamarma?
There are 238 households in Kamarma.
What is the literacy rate in Kamarma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamarma is 43.31%. Male literacy is 51.80% and female literacy is 34.14%.