Pauat - Kochas, Rohtas
Pauat is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Gara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pauat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pauat is 250626. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.36 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Pauat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Pauat
According to the 2011 Census, Pauat village had a total population of 347 people, including 173 males and 174 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.09%, with male literacy at 87.58% and female literacy at 48.34%.
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 | 347 | 173 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 134 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 39 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Pauat
Pauat 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 Pauat
Pauat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Pauat has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Pauat is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pauat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pauat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pauat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pauat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pauat
Where is Pauat located?
Pauat village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pauat?
The Gram Panchayat of Pauat is Gara.
What is the pincode of Pauat?
The pincode of Pauat is 821112.
What is the population of Pauat?
Pauat had a total population of 347, including 173 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Pauat?
Pauat had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pauat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pauat was 68.09%. Male literacy was 87.58% and female literacy was 48.34%.