Gaini - Goh, Aurangabad
Gaini is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Amari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaini is 252976. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Daud Nagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gaini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaini
As per Census 2011, Gaini village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 247 males and 249 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 247 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 83 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 164 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 83 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Gaini
Gaini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimra | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Nimri | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Newdhi | East | 1.72 km |
| Daudpur | South | 1.77 km |
| Barhauna | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Tuturkhi | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Bazidpur | West | 1.88 km |
| Asapur | West | 2.38 km |
| Salono Bigha | East | 2.48 km |
| Ansara | South-East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaini
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gaini. The nearest railway station is Ismailpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Daud Nagar to Gaini is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Gaini is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaini 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 Gaini
Where is Gaini located?
Gaini village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaini?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaini is Amari.
What is the pincode of Gaini?
The pincode of Gaini is 824203.
What is the population of Gaini?
Gaini has a total population of 496, including 247 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Gaini?
There are 73 households in Gaini.
What is the literacy rate in Gaini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaini is 61.69%. Male literacy is 66.40% and female literacy is 57.03%.