Durgaulia - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Durgaulia is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gokhula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgaulia is 216631. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.09 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Durgaulia 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 Durgaulia
As per Census 2011, Durgaulia village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 1,042 males and 941 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 826 literate and 1,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 1,042 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 220 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 128 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 555 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,157 | 487 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Durgaulia
Durgaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairwa | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Motihari | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Bishunpurwa | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Gokhula | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Gauripur | East | 1.77 km |
| Dhaarahwa | North | 2.22 km |
| Maga Rahi | West | 2.43 km |
| Sukhlahi | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Lipni | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Mathura | South | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgaulia
Durgaulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gokhula, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.3 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Durgaulia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Durgaulia is about 36 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 Durgaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgaulia 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Durgaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgaulia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgaulia
Where is Durgaulia located?
Durgaulia village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgaulia is Gokhula.
What is the pincode of Durgaulia?
The pincode of Durgaulia is 845455.
What is the population of Durgaulia?
Durgaulia has a total population of 1,983, including 1,042 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Durgaulia?
There are 316 households in Durgaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Durgaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgaulia is 41.65%. Male literacy is 53.26% and female literacy is 28.80%.