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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaunara
According to the 2011 Census, Gaunara village had a total population of 119 people, including 56 males and 63 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.63%, with male literacy at 38.10% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 119, including 56 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Gaunara?
Gaunara had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaunara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaunara was 35.63%. Male literacy was 38.10% and female literacy was 33.33%.