Taunsa Village Overview
Taunsa is a village in Atri tehsil of Gaya district, Bihar. It lies about 6 km from Atri tehsil headquarters and around 20 km from Gaya district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Sirh is the Gram Panchayat for Taunsa village.
The sections below provide essential information about Taunsa village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taunsa is 255171. The village covers a geographical area of 149 hectares and has a pincode of 823311. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Location Map of Taunsa
Population & Demographics of Taunsa
This section provides population and demographic details of Taunsa village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,843 | 1,461 | 1,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 276 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 745 | 374 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,594 | 930 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 531 | 718 |
Key population details of Taunsa village are given below:
- Taunsa village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,843, including approximately 1,461 males and 1,382 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 745 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Taunsa village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 56.07%.
- There are around 385 households in Taunsa village.
Transport & Connectivity of Taunsa
Transport facilities help residents of Taunsa village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taunsa
The following villages are located close to Taunsa and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taunsa
- Where is Taunsa located?
- Taunsa village is located in Atri Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taunsa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Taunsa is Sirh (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Taunsa?
- The pincode of Taunsa is 823311.
- What is the population of Taunsa?
- Taunsa has a total population of 2,843, including 1,461 males and 1,382 females.
- How many households are there in Taunsa?
- There are 385 households in Taunsa.
- What is the literacy rate in Taunsa?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taunsa is 56.07%. Male literacy is 63.66% and female literacy is 48.05%.