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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Supaul
As per Census 2011, Supaul village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 204 males and 183 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 354 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supaul are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 387, including 204 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Supaul?
There are 68 households in Supaul.
What is the literacy rate in Supaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supaul is 61.76%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 55.74%.