Rupaulia - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Rupaulia 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 70 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Rupwalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rupaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupaulia is 216381. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rupaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rupaulia
As per Census 2011, Rupaulia village has a total population of 2,352 people, consisting of 1,245 males and 1,107 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,183 literate and 1,169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,030 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,352 | 1,245 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 254 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 187 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,030 | 533 | 497 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 757 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,169 | 488 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Rupaulia
Rupaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harkatwa | North | 1.50 km |
| Maguraha | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Dumri | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Rampurwa | South | 2.32 km |
| Semri | West | 2.33 km |
| Ratni | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Dumaria | East | 2.86 km |
| Tara | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Sarpharwa | West | 2.96 km |
| Domat | East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rupaulia
Rupaulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| 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 Rupaulia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Rupaulia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupaulia 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 Rupaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupaulia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rupaulia
Where is Rupaulia located?
Rupaulia village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rupaulia is Rupwalia.
What is the pincode of Rupaulia?
The pincode of Rupaulia is 845455.
What is the population of Rupaulia?
Rupaulia has a total population of 2,352, including 1,245 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Rupaulia?
There are 462 households in Rupaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Rupaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupaulia is 50.30%. Male literacy is 60.80% and female literacy is 38.48%.