Kamra - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Kamra is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 37.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Talowan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamra is 316553. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.64 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kamra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamra
As per Census 2011, Kamra village has a total population of 1,270 people, consisting of 650 males and 620 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 653 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 412 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,270 | 650 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 89 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 203 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 371 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 279 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Kamra
Kamra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Samachar | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Lokra | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Dwaruri | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Ram Bhadrapur | South | 1.50 km |
| Tarachi | North | 1.51 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | South | 1.68 km |
| Katigram | West | 1.69 km |
| Podda | South | 2.00 km |
| Taloan | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Paschim Gamini | North | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamra
Kamra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Kamra is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kamra is about 37.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kamra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamra
Where is Kamra located?
Kamra village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamra is Talowan.
What is the pincode of Kamra?
The pincode of Kamra is 731216.
What is the population of Kamra?
Kamra has a total population of 1,270, including 650 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Kamra?
There are 285 households in Kamra.
What is the literacy rate in Kamra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamra is 51.42%. Male literacy is 57.08% and female literacy is 45.48%.