Gauri - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Gauri is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauri is 195739. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.85 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauri
As per Census 2011, Gauri village has a total population of 1,890 people, consisting of 914 males and 976 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,316 literate and 574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,890 | 914 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 154 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 238 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 1,316 | 672 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 242 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Gauri
Gauri 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 Gauri
Gauri 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Gauri is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Gauri is about 23 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gauri
Where is Gauri located?
Gauri village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauri?
Gauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gauri?
The pincode of Gauri is 276204.
What is the population of Gauri?
Gauri has a total population of 1,890, including 914 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Gauri?
There are 253 households in Gauri.
What is the literacy rate in Gauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauri is 69.63%. Male literacy is 73.52% and female literacy is 65.98%.