Gogaura - Rajpur, Buxar
Gogaura is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Matukipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gogaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gogaura is 248590. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gogaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gogaura
According to the 2011 Census, Gogaura village had a total population of 484 people, including 256 males and 228 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 56.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 484 | 256 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 182 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 74 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Gogaura
Gogaura 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 Gogaura
Gogaura 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 | 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 Buxar to Gogaura is about 28 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 Gogaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gogaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gogaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gogaura 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 Gogaura
Where is Gogaura located?
Gogaura village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gogaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gogaura is Matukipur.
What is the pincode of Gogaura?
The pincode of Gogaura is 802122.
What is the population of Gogaura?
Gogaura had a total population of 484, including 256 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Gogaura?
Gogaura had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gogaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gogaura was 70.34%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 56.15%.