Gauripur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Gauripur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Rajgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauripur is 239053. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Sahibganj (jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gauripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauripur
According to the 2011 Census, Gauripur village had a total population of 1,217 people, including 626 males and 591 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.96%, with male literacy at 84.84% and female literacy at 72.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 1,217 | 626 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 459 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 167 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Gauripur
Gauripur 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 Gauripur
Gauripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahibganj (jharkhand) to Gauripur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Gauripur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gauripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gauripur
Where is Gauripur located?
Gauripur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauripur is Rajgaon.
What is the pincode of Gauripur?
The pincode of Gauripur is 813209.
What is the population of Gauripur?
Gauripur had a total population of 1,217, including 626 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Gauripur?
Gauripur had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauripur was 78.96%. Male literacy was 84.84% and female literacy was 72.60%.