Ghauspurpatti - Basantpur, Supaul
Ghauspurpatti is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Parmanandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghauspurpatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghauspurpatti is 221017. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghauspurpatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghauspurpatti
As per Census 2011, Ghauspurpatti village has a total population of 3,613 people, consisting of 1,861 males and 1,752 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 943 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,529 literate and 2,084 illiterate residents. Additionally, 928 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghauspurpatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,613 | 1,861 | 1,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 943 | 485 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 928 | 482 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,529 | 912 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,084 | 949 | 1,135 |
Nearby Villages of Ghauspurpatti
Ghauspurpatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parmanandpur | North | 0.88 km |
| Shankarpur | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Puraini | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Jhirwa | North | 2.03 km |
| Mohanpur | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Kochgawan | South | 2.26 km |
| Jitwarpur | East | 2.29 km |
| Hanuman Nagar | West | 2.49 km |
| Jagir Arazi Kaskapur | North | 2.76 km |
| Bairia Mal | South | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghauspurpatti
Ghauspurpatti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Ghauspurpatti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Ghauspurpatti is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghauspurpatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghauspurpatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghauspurpatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghauspurpatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghauspurpatti
Where is Ghauspurpatti located?
Ghauspurpatti village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghauspurpatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghauspurpatti is Parmanandpur.
What is the pincode of Ghauspurpatti?
The pincode of Ghauspurpatti is 854340.
What is the population of Ghauspurpatti?
Ghauspurpatti has a total population of 3,613, including 1,861 males and 1,752 females.
How many households are there in Ghauspurpatti?
There are 658 households in Ghauspurpatti.
What is the literacy rate in Ghauspurpatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghauspurpatti is 42.32%. Male literacy is 49.01% and female literacy is 35.22%.