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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawandri
As per Census 2011, Gawandri village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 188 males and 236 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,255 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 199 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawandri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 188 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| 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 has a total population of 424, including 188 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Gawandri?
There are 90 households in Gawandri.
What is the literacy rate in Gawandri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawandri is 53.07%. Male literacy is 66.49% and female literacy is 42.37%.