Gawandri - Amnour, Saran
Gawandri is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Parsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawandri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawandri is 233890. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gawandri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawandri
According to the 2011 Census, Gawandri village had a total population of 424 people, including 188 males and 236 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,255 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.84%, with male literacy at 81.70% and female literacy at 51.55%.
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 | 424 | 188 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 125 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 63 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Gawandri
Gawandri 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 Gawandri
Gawandri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Marhaura to Gawandri is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Gawandri is about 16 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 Gawandri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawandri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gawandri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawandri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gawandri
Where is Gawandri located?
Gawandri village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gawandri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawandri is Parsa.
What is the pincode of Gawandri?
The pincode of Gawandri is 841311.
What is the population of Gawandri?
Gawandri had a total population of 424, including 188 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Gawandri?
Gawandri had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawandri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawandri was 64.84%. Male literacy was 81.70% and female literacy was 51.55%.