Gawnaha - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Gawnaha is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gaunaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawnaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawnaha is 216380. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gawnaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawnaha
As per Census 2011, Gawnaha village has a total population of 4,064 people, consisting of 2,140 males and 1,924 females. The village has 770 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 775 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,158 literate and 1,906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 645 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawnaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,064 | 2,140 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 775 | 406 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 645 | 324 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2,158 | 1,314 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,906 | 826 | 1,080 |
Nearby Villages of Gawnaha
Gawnaha 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 Gawnaha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gawnaha. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gawnaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Gawnaha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gawnaha is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawnaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawnaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gawnaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawnaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gawnaha
Where is Gawnaha located?
Gawnaha village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawnaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawnaha is Gaunaha.
What is the pincode of Gawnaha?
The pincode of Gawnaha is 845455.
What is the population of Gawnaha?
Gawnaha has a total population of 4,064, including 2,140 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Gawnaha?
There are 770 households in Gawnaha.
What is the literacy rate in Gawnaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawnaha is 53.10%. Male literacy is 61.40% and female literacy is 43.87%.