Gadaul - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Gadaul is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Garoul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaul is 227247. The village covers a total geographical area of 526 hectares and falls under the 847423 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gadaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadaul
As per Census 2011, Gadaul village has a total population of 8,466 people, consisting of 4,411 males and 4,055 females. The village has 1,654 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,815 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,933 literate and 5,533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,042 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadaul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,466 | 4,411 | 4,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,815 | 934 | 881 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,042 | 544 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,933 | 1,988 | 945 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,533 | 2,423 | 3,110 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaul
Gadaul 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 Gadaul
Gadaul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Benipur to Gadaul is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Gadaul is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaul 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 Gadaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gadaul
Where is Gadaul located?
Gadaul village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaul is Garoul.
What is the pincode of Gadaul?
The pincode of Gadaul is 847423.
What is the population of Gadaul?
Gadaul has a total population of 8,466, including 4,411 males and 4,055 females.
How many households are there in Gadaul?
There are 1,654 households in Gadaul.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaul is 34.64%. Male literacy is 45.07% and female literacy is 23.30%.