Gauchi Dih - Alamnagar, Madhepura
Gauchi Dih is a village situated in the Alamnagar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alamnagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Itahri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauchi Dih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauchi Dih is 226188. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.2 hectares and falls under the 852219 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Gauchi Dih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauchi Dih
As per Census 2011, Gauchi Dih village has a total population of 2,134 people, consisting of 1,127 males and 1,007 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 1,236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauchi Dih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,134 | 1,127 | 1,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 259 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 604 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,236 | 523 | 713 |
Nearby Villages of Gauchi Dih
Gauchi Dih 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 Gauchi Dih
Gauchi Dih 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 >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 Murliganj to Gauchi Dih is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Gauchi Dih is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauchi Dih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauchi Dih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gauchi Dih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauchi Dih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gauchi Dih
Where is Gauchi Dih located?
Gauchi Dih village is located in Alamnagar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauchi Dih?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauchi Dih is Itahri.
What is the pincode of Gauchi Dih?
The pincode of Gauchi Dih is 852219.
What is the population of Gauchi Dih?
Gauchi Dih has a total population of 2,134, including 1,127 males and 1,007 females.
How many households are there in Gauchi Dih?
There are 453 households in Gauchi Dih.
What is the literacy rate in Gauchi Dih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauchi Dih is 42.08%. Male literacy is 53.59% and female literacy is 29.20%.