Aurawan - Gaya Town C.D.Block, Gaya
Aurawan is a village situated in the Gaya Town C.D.Block subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaya Town C.d.block and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Aurawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aurawan is 255317. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 823001 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Aurawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aurawan
According to the 2011 Census, Aurawan village had a total population of 3,966 people, including 2,002 males and 1,964 females, living in 709 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.25%, with male literacy at 65.80% and female literacy at 48.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,193.
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 | 3,966 | 2,002 | 1,964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 836 | 417 | 419 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,193 | 593 | 600 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,792 | 1,043 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,174 | 959 | 1,215 |
Nearby Villages of Aurawan
Aurawan 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 Aurawan
Aurawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Aurawan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Aurawan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aurawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aurawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aurawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aurawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aurawan
Where is Aurawan located?
Aurawan village is located in Gaya Town C.D.Block Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aurawan?
Aurawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aurawan?
The pincode of Aurawan is 823001.
What is the population of Aurawan?
Aurawan had a total population of 3,966, including 2,002 males and 1,964 females.
How many households are there in Aurawan?
Aurawan had 709 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aurawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aurawan was 57.25%. Male literacy was 65.80% and female literacy was 48.48%.