Gaura

Gaura is a village located in Shahpur subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Gaura village is also a gram panchayat.

Gaura has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gaura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaura is 246627. The village spans a total geographical area of 89 hectares. Shahpur is nearest town to Gaura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Gaura

Below is a concise population overview of Gaura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,885 2,553 2,332
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 748 396 352
Scheduled Castes (SC) 800 433 367
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 138 81 57
Literate Population 2,954 1,747 1,207
Illiterate Population 1,931 806 1,125

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaura village:

  • The total population of Gaura village is around 4,885, including approximately 2,553 males and 2,332 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 748 children aged 0–6 years in Gaura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaura village has 800 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 138 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gaura village is about 60.47%, with male literacy at 68.43% and female literacy at 51.76%.
  • There are around 634 households in Gaura village.

Connectivity of Gaura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaura. As per the 2011 stats, Gaura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gaura

Knowing the nearby villages of Gaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaura.

Lachhmanpur Khagraha Tikapur Basdeopur Jaugarh Manoharpur Lat Mahapur Bimari Karja Parariya

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaura

Where is Gaura located?
Gaura village is situated in Shahpur Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaura?
Gaura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaura is 4,885, with 2,553 males and 2,332 females.
How many households are there in Gaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaura village has a total of 634 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaura is 60.47%. The male literacy rate is 68.43%, while the female literacy rate is 51.76%.