Dubaulia - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Dubaulia is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Belwa Lakhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dubaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dubaulia is 216791. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.2 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dubaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dubaulia
As per Census 2011, Dubaulia village has a total population of 1,416 people, consisting of 715 males and 701 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dubaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,416 | 715 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 239 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 396 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 319 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Dubaulia
Dubaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhanpur | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Jiria | West | 0.74 km |
| Gokhula | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Thakurtola | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Lauria | West | 2.19 km |
| Jawahirpur | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Suarchhap | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Bankatwa | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Rampur Sauna | East | 2.87 km |
| Gobraura | North | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dubaulia
Dubaulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sathi, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 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 Dubaulia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Dubaulia is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dubaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dubaulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dubaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dubaulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dubaulia
Where is Dubaulia located?
Dubaulia village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dubaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dubaulia is Belwa Lakhanpur.
What is the pincode of Dubaulia?
The pincode of Dubaulia is 845453.
What is the population of Dubaulia?
Dubaulia has a total population of 1,416, including 715 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Dubaulia?
There are 312 households in Dubaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Dubaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dubaulia is 46.47%. Male literacy is 55.38% and female literacy is 37.38%.