Pursauni Gope - Purnahiya, Sheohar
Pursauni Gope is a village situated in the Purnahiya subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnahiya and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Kolhua Thikha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pursauni Gope village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pursauni Gope is 218785. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.3 hectares and falls under the 843334 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pursauni Gope village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pursauni Gope
As per Census 2011, Pursauni Gope village has a total population of 2,873 people, consisting of 1,545 males and 1,328 females. The village has 590 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 555 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 1,853 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pursauni Gope are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,873 | 1,545 | 1,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 555 | 307 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,160 | 620 | 540 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 628 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,853 | 917 | 936 |
Nearby Villages of Pursauni Gope
Pursauni Gope 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 Pursauni Gope
Pursauni Gope 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Pursauni Gope is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheohar to Pursauni Gope is about 20 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 Pursauni Gope
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pursauni Gope village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pursauni Gope
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pursauni Gope village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pursauni Gope
Where is Pursauni Gope located?
Pursauni Gope village is located in Purnahiya Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pursauni Gope?
The Gram Panchayat of Pursauni Gope is Kolhua Thikha.
What is the pincode of Pursauni Gope?
The pincode of Pursauni Gope is 843334.
What is the population of Pursauni Gope?
Pursauni Gope has a total population of 2,873, including 1,545 males and 1,328 females.
How many households are there in Pursauni Gope?
There are 590 households in Pursauni Gope.
What is the literacy rate in Pursauni Gope?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pursauni Gope is 35.50%. Male literacy is 40.65% and female literacy is 29.52%.