Kauria - Bihta, Patna
Kauria is a village situated in the Bihta subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihta and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Kouriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kauria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kauria is 245448. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 801103 pincode. Bihata is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kauria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bikram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pataliputra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kauria
As per Census 2011, Kauria village has a total population of 3,356 people, consisting of 1,739 males and 1,617 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 531 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,737 literate and 1,619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 913 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kauria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,356 | 1,739 | 1,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 272 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 475 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 1,046 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,619 | 693 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Kauria
Kauria 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 Kauria
Kauria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kauria has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bihata to Kauria is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Kauria is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kauria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kauria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kauria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kauria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kauria
Where is Kauria located?
Kauria village is located in Bihta Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kauria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kauria is Kouriya.
What is the pincode of Kauria?
The pincode of Kauria is 801103.
What is the population of Kauria?
Kauria has a total population of 3,356, including 1,739 males and 1,617 females.
How many households are there in Kauria?
There are 547 households in Kauria.
What is the literacy rate in Kauria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kauria is 51.76%. Male literacy is 60.15% and female literacy is 42.73%.