Kauriya - Behea, Bhojpur
Kauriya is a village situated in the Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behea and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Ghagha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kauriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kauriya is 247167. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 802152 pincode. Behea is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kauriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kauriya
According to the 2011 Census, Kauriya village had a total population of 2,208 people, including 1,152 males and 1,056 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.40%, with male literacy at 83.76% and female literacy at 58.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,208 | 1,152 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 210 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 145 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,303 | 789 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 363 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Kauriya
Kauriya 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 Kauriya
Kauriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kauriya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behea to Kauriya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Kauriya is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kauriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kauriya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kauriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kauriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kauriya
Where is Kauriya located?
Kauriya village is located in Behea Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kauriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kauriya is Ghagha.
What is the pincode of Kauriya?
The pincode of Kauriya is 802152.
What is the population of Kauriya?
Kauriya had a total population of 2,208, including 1,152 males and 1,056 females.
How many households are there in Kauriya?
Kauriya had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kauriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kauriya was 71.40%. Male literacy was 83.76% and female literacy was 58.21%.