Gaunara - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Gaunara is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sonkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaunara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaunara is 216288. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gaunara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaunara
As per Census 2011, Gaunara village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 56 males and 63 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaunara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 40 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Gaunara
Gaunara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gaunara
Gaunara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gaunara.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Gaunara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gaunara is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaunara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaunara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaunara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaunara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gaunara
Where is Gaunara located?
Gaunara village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaunara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaunara is Sonkhar.
What is the pincode of Gaunara?
The pincode of Gaunara is 845106.
What is the population of Gaunara?
Gaunara has a total population of 119, including 56 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Gaunara?
There are 24 households in Gaunara.
What is the literacy rate in Gaunara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaunara is 26.05%. Male literacy is 28.57% and female literacy is 23.81%.