Supaul - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Supaul is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhamaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supaul is 216476. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.4 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Supaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Supaul
According to the 2011 Census, Supaul village had a total population of 387 people, including 204 males and 183 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.77%, with male literacy at 77.40% and female literacy at 65.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 387 | 204 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 185 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 137 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 67 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Supaul
Supaul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatni | West | 0.91 km |
| Dhamaura | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Khairatia | North | 1.24 km |
| Sembhupur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Ban Bairia | South | 1.94 km |
| Dewarh | West | 1.99 km |
| Betahania | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Ekwa | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Puraina | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Lachhmipur | South-West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Supaul
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Supaul. The nearest railway station is Bhikhna Thori, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Supaul is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Supaul is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Supaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Supaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Supaul
Where is Supaul located?
Supaul village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Supaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Supaul is Dhamaura.
What is the pincode of Supaul?
The pincode of Supaul is 845455.
What is the population of Supaul?
Supaul had a total population of 387, including 204 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Supaul?
Supaul had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Supaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supaul was 71.77%. Male literacy was 77.40% and female literacy was 65.38%.