Gaura - Purnia East, Purnia
Gaura is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Gaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaura is 223525. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaura
As per Census 2011, Gaura village has a total population of 892 people, consisting of 452 males and 440 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gaura
Gaura 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 Gaura
Gaura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Gaura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaura 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 Gaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaura
Where is Gaura located?
Gaura village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaura?
Gaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaura?
The pincode of Gaura is 854301.
What is the population of Gaura?
Gaura has a total population of 892, including 452 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Gaura?
There are 166 households in Gaura.
What is the literacy rate in Gaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaura is 34.08%. Male literacy is 41.15% and female literacy is 26.82%.