Gheghaulia - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Gheghaulia is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Domath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gheghaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gheghaulia is 216458. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gheghaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gheghaulia
As per Census 2011, Gheghaulia village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 192 males and 195 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gheghaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 192 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 179 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 133 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 59 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Gheghaulia
Gheghaulia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsanda | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Botgonw | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Dewarh | East | 1.34 km |
| Betahania | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Ratanpurwa | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Dumaria | West | 1.89 km |
| Domat | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Sonkhar | North | 2.12 km |
| Bhatni | East | 2.43 km |
| Parsa Dih | North-East | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gheghaulia
Gheghaulia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Gheghaulia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gheghaulia is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gheghaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gheghaulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gheghaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gheghaulia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gheghaulia
Where is Gheghaulia located?
Gheghaulia village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gheghaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gheghaulia is Domath.
What is the pincode of Gheghaulia?
The pincode of Gheghaulia is 845451.
What is the population of Gheghaulia?
Gheghaulia has a total population of 387, including 192 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Gheghaulia?
There are 74 households in Gheghaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Gheghaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gheghaulia is 61.50%. Male literacy is 69.27% and female literacy is 53.85%.