Gondauli - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Gondauli is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gonauli-dumra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gondauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondauli is 216767. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gondauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gondauli
As per Census 2011, Gondauli village has a total population of 4,497 people, consisting of 2,370 males and 2,127 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 641 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,045 literate and 2,452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 957 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gondauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,497 | 2,370 | 2,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 310 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 495 | 462 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,045 | 1,376 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,452 | 994 | 1,458 |
Nearby Villages of Gondauli
Gondauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bherihawa | North | 1.54 km |
| Siswania | South | 1.83 km |
| Serukahia | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Lipni | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Paroraha | West | 2.16 km |
| Pachbhirwa | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Chainpatia | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Barbiro | North | 2.83 km |
| Sita Pur | North | 3.16 km |
| Dharwa | South-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gondauli
Gondauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Musharwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Gondauli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gondauli is about 32 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 Gondauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gondauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gondauli
Where is Gondauli located?
Gondauli village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gondauli is Gonauli-dumra.
What is the pincode of Gondauli?
The pincode of Gondauli is 845453.
What is the population of Gondauli?
Gondauli has a total population of 4,497, including 2,370 males and 2,127 females.
How many households are there in Gondauli?
There are 834 households in Gondauli.
What is the literacy rate in Gondauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondauli is 45.47%. Male literacy is 58.06% and female literacy is 31.45%.