How many villages are in Sarmera Block?
Sarmera Block has 35 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 29 inhabited villages. They are part of Nalanda district in Bihar.
Indian Village Directory
Sarmera Block Village List
Sarmera Block in Nalanda district, Bihar has 35 Census 2011 village records, including 29 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 97,083 people, 16,435 households and 12,374 hectares. Reported local context includes 9 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Sarmera Block has 35 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 29 inhabited villages. They are part of Nalanda district in Bihar.
Villages35
Inhabited Villages29
Population97,083
Households16,435
Area (ha)12,374
CD Blocks1
Key Facts
- Location
- Sarmera Block is in Nalanda district, Bihar.
- Village Records
- 35 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 29
- Listed Population
- 97,083
- Households
- 16,435
- Recorded Village Area
- 12,374 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 10
- Largest by Population
- Chero (11,090 people)
- Largest by Area
- Chero (1,964 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Chero is the highest-population village listed in Sarmera Block, with 11,090 people and 1,986 households. It represents 11% of the listed block village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chero | 11,090 | 11% | 1,986 | 5.6 | 1,964 | 564.7 | Barbigha | 12.0 |
| 2 | Isua | 10,065 | 10% | 1,476 | 6.8 | 1,601 | 628.7 | Barbigha | 20.0 |
| 3 | Kenar | 8,438 | 8.7% | 1,408 | 6 | 1,141 | 739.5 | Barbigha | 15.0 |
| 4 | Sarmera | 8,391 | 8.6% | 1,666 | 5 | 671 | 1,250.5 | Barbigha | 12.0 |
| 5 | Malawan | 7,584 | 7.8% | 1,276 | 5.9 | 889 | 853.1 | Barbigha | 10.0 |
| 6 | Dhanuki | 4,867 | 5% | 875 | 5.6 | 477 | 1,020.3 | Barbigha | 7.0 |
| 7 | Parnawan | 4,514 | 4.6% | 743 | 6.1 | 323 | 1,397.5 | Barbigha | 10.0 |
| 8 | Ballopurpearepur | 4,507 | 4.6% | 769 | 5.9 | 557 | 809.2 | Barbigha | 12.0 |
| 9 | Singhaul | 4,261 | 4.4% | 752 | 5.7 | 283 | 1,505.7 | Barbigha | 8.0 |
| 10 | Barhia | 4,160 | 4.3% | 715 | 5.8 | 522 | 796.9 | Barbigha | 10.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Chero has the largest recorded village area in Sarmera Block, at 1,964 hectares. This is 16% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chero | 1,964 | 16% | 11,090 | 564.7 | 1,986 | 1.01 | Barbigha | 12.0 |
| 2 | Isua | 1,601 | 13% | 10,065 | 628.7 | 1,476 | 0.92 | Barbigha | 20.0 |
| 3 | Kenar | 1,141 | 9.2% | 8,438 | 739.5 | 1,408 | 1.23 | Barbigha | 15.0 |
| 4 | Malawan | 889 | 7.2% | 7,584 | 853.1 | 1,276 | 1.44 | Barbigha | 10.0 |
| 5 | Sarmera | 671 | 5.4% | 8,391 | 1,250.5 | 1,666 | 2.48 | Barbigha | 12.0 |
| 6 | Ballopurpearepur | 557 | 4.5% | 4,507 | 809.2 | 769 | 1.38 | Barbigha | 12.0 |
| 7 | Barhia | 522 | 4.2% | 4,160 | 796.9 | 715 | 1.37 | Barbigha | 10.0 |
| 8 | Mirnagar | 518 | 4.2% | 3,722 | 718.5 | 593 | 1.14 | Barbigha | 6.0 |
| 9 | Dhanuki | 477 | 3.9% | 4,867 | 1,020.3 | 875 | 1.83 | Barbigha | 7.0 |
| 10 | Sasaur | 462 | 3.7% | 3,727 | 806.7 | 666 | 1.44 | Barbigha | 15.0 |
Population Summary
Sarmera Block has 97,083 people in 16,435 households across 35 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village2,774
Average Household Size5.9
Inhabited Village %83%
Population Density / sq km784.6
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population97,083
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Sarmera villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 1 CD block and 9 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Chero, Dhanuki and Husena.
CD Blocks Reported1
Gram Panchayats Reported9
Nearest Town Names Reported1
CD blocks reported: Sarmera.
Gram Panchayats reported: Chero, Dhanuki, Husena, Isua, Kenar, Malawan, Mirnagar, Sarmera, Sasaur.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Sarmera Block is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 29 villages (83%), mobile coverage in 22 villages (63%), all-weather road in 23 villages (66%), domestic power supply in 23 villages (66%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 29 | 29 | 6 | 82.86 |
| Mobile Coverage | 22 | 29 | 13 | 62.86 |
| All-Weather Road | 23 | 29 | 12 | 65.71 |
| PDS Shop | 9 | 29 | 26 | 25.71 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 23 | 29 | 12 | 65.71 |
Median Nearest Town Distance11 km
Villages within 5 km0
Villages over 25 km0
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 0 | 0% |
| 5-10 Km | 14 | 48% |
| 10-25 Km | 15 | 52% |
| Over 25 Km | 0 | 0% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Sarmera villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 29 villages, with an average of 11.34 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 20.0 km for Isua. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 29 | 11.34 | 20 | Isua | Barbigha |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Sarmera Block. The page summarises 26 data fields and 808 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
View available data by section
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 210 | 140 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 93 | 64 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 99 | 87 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 232 | 93 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 58 | 45 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 29 | 9 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 87 | 61 |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Sarmera
Sarmera Block has 3 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 3 banks and 1 PIN codes. Canara Bank has the highest number of listed records, with 1 entries (33%). PIN code 811104 has the highest listed count, with 3 records (100%). Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
Records / 100 Villages8.6
ATM Share100%
CDM Share0%
CRM Share0%
Records / Bank1
ATM/CDM/CRM Records3
ATMs3
Banks3
PINs1
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 3 | 100% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canara Bank | 1 | 33% |
| Punjab National Bank | 1 | 33% |
| State Bank of India | 1 | 33% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 811104 | 3 | 100% |
PIN-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| PIN | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 811104 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show real bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records for Sarmera Block, including banks such as Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank and State Bank of India. The source dataset is Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-sourced bank service data, but the services belong to the listed banks.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canara Bank | ATM | 811104 | Nalanda | Sarmera | Sarmera | Sarmera Chowk, Nh-82 I Floor, Garbhu Complex Sarmera, Nalanda, Bihar, 811104 |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 811104 | Nalanda | Sarmera | Sarmera | Sarmera Sarmera, Nalanda, Bihar, 811104 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 811104 | Nalanda | Sarmera | Sarmera | Bihar Sharif Bihar Sharif, Nalanda, Bihar, 811104 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Official Reference Links
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Villages in Sarmera Block
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Sarmera Block. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballopurpearepur | 244490 | 4,507 | 769 | 557 | Sarmera | Sarmera | Barbigha | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Barhia | 244473 | 4,160 | 715 | 522 | Sarmera | Husena | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available |
C Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chero | 244493 | 11,090 | 1,986 | 1,964 | Sarmera | Chero | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available |
D Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dhanawan | 244475 | 2,692 | 456 | 351 | Sarmera | Mirnagar | Barbigha | Available | Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Dhanuki | 244485 | 4,867 | 875 | 477 | Sarmera | Dhanuki | Barbigha | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
F Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur Dumra | 244483 | 446 | 72 | 55 | Sarmera | Kenar | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available |
H Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Husena | 244471 | 2,712 | 423 | 168 | Sarmera | Husena | Barbigha | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
I Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isua | 244497 | 10,065 | 1,476 | 1,601 | Sarmera | Isua | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
J Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jagjiwanpur | 244481 | 696 | 117 | 36 | Sarmera | Kenar | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available |
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kazi Chak | 244474 | 1,630 | 289 | 65 | Sarmera | Mirnagar | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Not Available | |
| Kazi Chak | 244492 | 984 | 148 | 73 | Sarmera | Sasaur | Barbigha | Available | Not Available | Available | Available | |
| Kenar | 244477 | 8,438 | 1,408 | 1,141 | Sarmera | Kenar | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Kutra | 244486 | 1,623 | 267 | 158 | Sarmera | Dhanuki | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malawan | 244478 | 7,584 | 1,276 | 889 | Sarmera | Malawan | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Mirnagar | 244487 | 3,722 | 593 | 518 | Sarmera | Mirnagar | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Misia | 244469 | 1,523 | 214 | 162 | Sarmera | Husena | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Misia | 244470 | 404 | 85 | 45 | Sarmera | Husena | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Not Available | |
| Moti Bigha | 244479 | 466 | 87 | 42 | Sarmera | Malawan | Barbigha | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Murtaza Chak | 244494 | 0 | — | 36 | Sarmera | Chero | — | — | — | — | ||
| Musahri | 244468 | 0 | — | 44 | Sarmera | Dhanuki | — | — | — | — |
N Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nauarup | 244466 | 0 | — | 399 | Sarmera | Husena | — | — | — | — |
P Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parnawan | 244476 | 4,514 | 743 | 323 | Sarmera | Dhanuki | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Pojh | 244480 | 566 | 98 | 65 | Sarmera | Malawan | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available |
R Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rupaspur | 244484 | 360 | 59 | 76 | Sarmera | Dhanuki | Barbigha | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
S Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadha | 244467 | 1,654 | 232 | 196 | Sarmera | Husena | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Samastipur | 244500 | 449 | 71 | 25 | Sarmera | Sasaur | Barbigha | Available | Available | Not Available | Available | |
| Sarmera | 244489 | 8,391 | 1,666 | 671 | Sarmera | Sarmera | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Sasaur | 244495 | 0 | — | 162 | Sarmera | Sasaur | — | — | — | — | ||
| Sasaur | 244499 | 3,727 | 666 | 462 | Sarmera | Sasaur | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Sekhra | 244482 | 674 | 118 | 123 | Sarmera | Malawan | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Singhaul | 244491 | 4,261 | 752 | 283 | Sarmera | Sasaur | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Singhaul Nala Chhoka | 244498 | 0 | — | 42 | Sarmera | Sasaur | — | — | — | — | ||
| Singhaul Tal | 244496 | 0 | — | 165 | Sarmera | Sasaur | — | — | — | — | ||
| Sondiha | 244472 | 1,186 | 171 | 83 | Sarmera | Husena | Barbigha | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
T Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tora | 244488 | 3,692 | 603 | 395 | Sarmera | Mirnagar | Barbigha | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Sarmera Block?
Chero is the most populated village listed for Sarmera Block, with 11,090 people and 1,986 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Sarmera Block?
Chero has the largest recorded village area in Sarmera Block, at 1,964 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Sarmera Block?
The administrative summary reports 9 Gram Panchayats for Sarmera Block. Reported names include Chero, Dhanuki and Husena.
What village facilities are reported in Sarmera Block?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 29 villages, all-weather road in 23 villages, domestic power supply in 23 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What bank ATM, CDM and CRM records are available for Sarmera Block?
Sarmera Block has 3 bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records from RBI-sourced data. Canara Bank has the highest number of listed records, with 1 entries. Verify current service details with the bank.
What can I find in the Sarmera Block village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Sarmera also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.