Gaurahia - Mankapur, Gonda
Gaurahia is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Sukrauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaurahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaurahia is 175797. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.28 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gaurahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaurahia
According to the 2011 Census, Gaurahia village had a total population of 569 people, including 290 males and 279 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.05%, with male literacy at 63.60% and female literacy at 50.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 569 | 290 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 152 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 138 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Gaurahia
Gaurahia 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 Gaurahia
Gaurahia 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 >10 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 Gonda to Gaurahia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Gaurahia is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaurahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaurahia 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 Gaurahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaurahia 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 Gaurahia
Where is Gaurahia located?
Gaurahia village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaurahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaurahia is Sukrauli.
What is the pincode of Gaurahia?
The pincode of Gaurahia is 271305.
What is the population of Gaurahia?
Gaurahia had a total population of 569, including 290 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Gaurahia?
Gaurahia had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaurahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaurahia was 57.05%. Male literacy was 63.60% and female literacy was 50.42%.