Kauaha - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Kauaha is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhanauji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kauaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kauaha is 216429. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kauaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kauaha
As per Census 2011, Kauaha village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 296 males and 270 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kauaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 296 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 71 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 170 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 128 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 168 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Kauaha
Kauaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asurari | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Bairatwa | West | 1.41 km |
| Kehunia Dih | North | 2.00 km |
| Chhitmi | South | 2.19 km |
| Bhitharwa Dheri Dhenhwa | West | 2.20 km |
| Sisai | North | 2.30 km |
| Piparia | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Banspur | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Dhanauji | East | 2.71 km |
| Semra Sirampur | West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kauaha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kauaha. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Kauaha is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Kauaha is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kauaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kauaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kauaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kauaha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kauaha
Where is Kauaha located?
Kauaha village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kauaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kauaha is Dhanauji.
What is the pincode of Kauaha?
The pincode of Kauaha is 845455.
What is the population of Kauaha?
Kauaha has a total population of 566, including 296 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Kauaha?
There are 117 households in Kauaha.
What is the literacy rate in Kauaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kauaha is 37.81%. Male literacy is 43.24% and female literacy is 31.85%.