Gonauli Village - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Gonauli is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Champapur Gonauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonauli is 216005. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.1 hectares and falls under the 845107 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gonauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gonauli
As per Census 2011, Gonauli village has a total population of 1,484 people, consisting of 772 males and 712 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 717 literate and 767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 595 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonauli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,484 | 772 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 129 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 302 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 439 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 333 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Gonauli
Gonauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkauli | South | 1.03 km |
| Narainapur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Gorar | East | 1.70 km |
| Satchubanwa | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Shiunaha | West | 2.40 km |
| Songaharwa | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Soharia | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Dewtaha | South | 3.91 km |
| Champapur | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Bankatwa | South-East | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gonauli
Gonauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Gonauli is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gonauli is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gonauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gonauli
Where is Gonauli located?
Gonauli village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonauli is Champapur Gonauli.
What is the pincode of Gonauli?
The pincode of Gonauli is 845107.
What is the population of Gonauli?
Gonauli has a total population of 1,484, including 772 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Gonauli?
There are 250 households in Gonauli.
What is the literacy rate in Gonauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonauli is 48.32%. Male literacy is 56.87% and female literacy is 39.04%.