Gaura

Gaura is a village located in Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Purnia East (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Gaura village is also a gram panchayat.

Gaura has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gaura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaura is 223525. The village spans a total geographical area of 104 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Gaura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Gaura

Below is a concise population overview of Gaura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 892 452 440
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 232 113 119
Scheduled Castes (SC) 460 239 221
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 70 36 34
Literate Population 304 186 118
Illiterate Population 588 266 322

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaura village:

  • The total population of Gaura village is around 892, including approximately 452 males and 440 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Gaura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaura village has 460 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 70 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gaura village is about 34.08%, with male literacy at 41.15% and female literacy at 26.82%.
  • There are around 166 households in Gaura village.

Connectivity of Gaura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaura. As per the 2011 stats, Gaura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gaura

Knowing the nearby villages of Gaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaura.

Tariabhag Bhatgawan Chhatia Bhogadehat Belwabhag Bhogakariat Bishunpur Gaura Bikrampur Sandalpur Himtiarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaura

Where is Gaura located?
Gaura village is situated in Purnia East Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaura?
Gaura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaura is 892, with 452 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Gaura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaura village has a total of 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaura is 34.08%. The male literacy rate is 41.15%, while the female literacy rate is 26.82%.