Aurach - Sapotra, Karauli
Aurach is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Aurach village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aurach is 076948. The village covers a total geographical area of 517 hectares and falls under the 322203 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Aurach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aurach
As per Census 2011, Aurach village has a total population of 2,413 people, consisting of 1,301 males and 1,112 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,383 literate and 1,030 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,452 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aurach are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,413 | 1,301 | 1,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 184 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 216 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,452 | 796 | 656 |
| Literate Population | 1,383 | 911 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,030 | 390 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Aurach
Aurach 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raneta | West | 1.13 km |
| Choragaon | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Dayarampura | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Khanpur | South | 2.17 km |
| Jakhoda | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Masawata | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Jorli | South | 3.07 km |
| Bookana | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Tursangpura | East | 3.77 km |
| Bairunda | North | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aurach
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Aurach. The nearest railway station is Narayanpur Tatwar, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karauli to Aurach is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aurach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aurach 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Aurach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aurach village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aurach
Where is Aurach located?
Aurach village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aurach?
Aurach is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aurach?
The pincode of Aurach is 322203.
What is the population of Aurach?
Aurach has a total population of 2,413, including 1,301 males and 1,112 females.
How many households are there in Aurach?
There are 464 households in Aurach.
What is the literacy rate in Aurach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aurach is 57.31%. Male literacy is 70.02% and female literacy is 42.45%.