Auga - Bolba, Simdega
Auga is a village situated in the Bolba subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolba and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Pidiyanponchh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Auga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Auga is 376541. The village covers a total geographical area of 2466 hectares and falls under the 835226 pincode.
Auga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Auga
As per Census 2011, Auga village has a total population of 2,249 people, consisting of 1,141 males and 1,108 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,063 literate and 1,186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,903 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Auga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,249 | 1,141 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 192 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,903 | 964 | 939 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 639 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,186 | 502 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Auga
Auga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piriyaponch | West | 3.55 km |
| Letabera | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Rengarbahar | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Malsara | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Kundurmunda | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Alingburu | East | 5.69 km |
| Jettubandh | East | 5.72 km |
| Machhkatta | North | 5.77 km |
| Kachhupani | East | 5.90 km |
| Talmanga | West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Auga
Auga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 km.
| 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 Simdega to Auga is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Auga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Auga 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Auga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Auga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Auga
Where is Auga located?
Auga village is located in Bolba Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Auga?
The Gram Panchayat of Auga is Pidiyanponchh.
What is the pincode of Auga?
The pincode of Auga is 835226.
What is the population of Auga?
Auga has a total population of 2,249, including 1,141 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Auga?
There are 480 households in Auga.
What is the literacy rate in Auga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Auga is 47.27%. Male literacy is 56.00% and female literacy is 38.27%.