Gathaur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Gathaur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Amdanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gathaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gathaur is 240235. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gathaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gathaur
According to the 2011 Census, Gathaur village had a total population of 774 people, including 407 males and 367 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.50%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 51.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 319.
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 | 774 | 407 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 92 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 157 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 180 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 227 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Gathaur
Gathaur 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 Gathaur
Gathaur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Gathaur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Gathaur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gathaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gathaur 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 Gathaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gathaur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gathaur
Where is Gathaur located?
Gathaur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gathaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gathaur is Amdanda.
What is the pincode of Gathaur?
The pincode of Gathaur is 813204.
What is the population of Gathaur?
Gathaur had a total population of 774, including 407 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Gathaur?
Gathaur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gathaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gathaur was 54.50%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 51.33%.