Gamira - Mohammad Bazar, Birbhum
Gamira is a village situated in the Mohammad Bazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Deucha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamira is 316824. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.3 hectares and falls under the 731127 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gamira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sainthia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gamira
According to the 2011 Census, Gamira village had a total population of 681 people, including 349 males and 332 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.44%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 76.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253.
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 | 681 | 349 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 121 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 293 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 56 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Gamira
Gamira 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 Gamira
Gamira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Suri to Gamira is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gamira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gamira
Where is Gamira located?
Gamira village is located in Mohammad Bazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gamira?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamira is Deucha.
What is the pincode of Gamira?
The pincode of Gamira is 731127.
What is the population of Gamira?
Gamira had a total population of 681, including 349 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Gamira?
Gamira had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamira was 83.44%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 76.38%.