Gobrahia - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Gobrahia is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Naurangia Done serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobrahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobrahia is 216184. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gobrahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gobrahia
According to the 2011 Census, Gobrahia village had a total population of 2,524 people, including 1,347 males and 1,177 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.25%, with male literacy at 62.49% and female literacy at 38.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,155.
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 | 2,524 | 1,347 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 230 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,155 | 1,113 | 1,042 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 698 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 649 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Gobrahia
Gobrahia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bairiya Kalan | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Barwa Dih | West | 1.89 km |
| Jhajhri | North | 2.21 km |
| Belatandi | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Dhayar | North | 3.39 km |
| Dokhni | South | 3.62 km |
| Betahni | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Bhulbhuliya | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Naurangia | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Narkatia | South-East | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gobrahia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gobrahia. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ramnagar to Gobrahia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gobrahia is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobrahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobrahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gobrahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobrahia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobrahia
Where is Gobrahia located?
Gobrahia village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobrahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobrahia is Naurangia Done.
What is the pincode of Gobrahia?
The pincode of Gobrahia is 845106.
What is the population of Gobrahia?
Gobrahia had a total population of 2,524, including 1,347 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Gobrahia?
Gobrahia had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobrahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobrahia was 51.25%. Male literacy was 62.49% and female literacy was 38.24%.