Gajarahi - Rajpur, Buxar
Gajarahi is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dewarihya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajarahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajarahi is 248455. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gajarahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gajarahi
According to the 2011 Census, Gajarahi village had a total population of 301 people, including 159 males and 142 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.48%, with male literacy at 99.27% and female literacy at 97.64%.
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 | 301 | 159 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 23 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Gajarahi
Gajarahi 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 Gajarahi
Gajarahi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Gajarahi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajarahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajarahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gajarahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajarahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gajarahi
Where is Gajarahi located?
Gajarahi village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajarahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajarahi is Dewarihya.
What is the pincode of Gajarahi?
The pincode of Gajarahi is 802122.
What is the population of Gajarahi?
Gajarahi had a total population of 301, including 159 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Gajarahi?
Gajarahi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajarahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajarahi was 98.48%. Male literacy was 99.27% and female literacy was 97.64%.