Gunri - Barhara, Bhojpur
Gunri is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Gundi East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunri is 246855. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164 hectares and falls under the 802313 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gunri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gunri
As per Census 2011, Gunri village has a total population of 13,910 people, consisting of 7,393 males and 6,517 females. The village has 2,169 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,412 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,974 literate and 5,936 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,617 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,910 | 7,393 | 6,517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,412 | 1,251 | 1,161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,617 | 856 | 761 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 87 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 7,974 | 4,833 | 3,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,936 | 2,560 | 3,376 |
Nearby Villages of Gunri
Gunri 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 Gunri
Gunri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Gunri is about 12 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 Gunri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gunri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunri 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 Gunri
Where is Gunri located?
Gunri village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunri is Gundi East.
What is the pincode of Gunri?
The pincode of Gunri is 802313.
What is the population of Gunri?
Gunri has a total population of 13,910, including 7,393 males and 6,517 females.
How many households are there in Gunri?
There are 2,169 households in Gunri.
What is the literacy rate in Gunri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunri is 57.33%. Male literacy is 65.37% and female literacy is 48.20%.