Gauri - Manjhi, Saran
Gauri is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Marahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauri is 233442. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 841205 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauri
As per Census 2011, Gauri village has a total population of 1,775 people, consisting of 899 males and 876 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,176 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,775 | 899 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 670 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 229 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Gauri
Gauri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patkhauli | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Aliaspur | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Sonbarsa | South | 1.37 km |
| Bangra | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Banwar | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Bataraha | North | 1.70 km |
| Sabdara | East | 1.71 km |
| Dhaurahra | South | 1.76 km |
| Nawalpur | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Natwar Gopi | South-East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gauri
Gauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daudpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Gauri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Gauri is about 21 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 Gauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauri 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 Gauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gauri
Where is Gauri located?
Gauri village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauri is Marahan.
What is the pincode of Gauri?
The pincode of Gauri is 841205.
What is the population of Gauri?
Gauri has a total population of 1,775, including 899 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Gauri?
There are 273 households in Gauri.
What is the literacy rate in Gauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauri is 66.25%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 57.76%.