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
According to the 2011 Census, Gauri village had a total population of 1,890 people, including 914 males and 976 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.92%, with male literacy at 88.42% and female literacy at 77.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 465.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,890 | 914 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 154 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 238 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,890, including 914 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Gauri?
Gauri had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauri was 82.92%. Male literacy was 88.42% and female literacy was 77.87%.