Pahkaul - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Pahkaul is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Matiariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pahkaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pahkaul is 216345. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.7 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pahkaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Pahkaul
According to the 2011 Census, Pahkaul village had a total population of 810 people, including 429 males and 381 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.54%, with male literacy at 86.56% and female literacy at 67.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 810 | 429 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 322 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 107 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Pahkaul
Pahkaul 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 Pahkaul
Public transport in the Pahkaul is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Pahkaul is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Pahkaul is about 65 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 Pahkaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pahkaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pahkaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pahkaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pahkaul
Where is Pahkaul located?
Pahkaul village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pahkaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Pahkaul is Matiariya.
What is the pincode of Pahkaul?
The pincode of Pahkaul is 845455.
What is the population of Pahkaul?
Pahkaul had a total population of 810, including 429 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Pahkaul?
Pahkaul had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pahkaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahkaul was 77.54%. Male literacy was 86.56% and female literacy was 67.56%.