Gauri Khurd - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Gauri Khurd is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Ammarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauri Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauri Khurd is 186223. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.59 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Bansgaon is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gauri Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gauri Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Gauri Khurd village had a total population of 438 people, including 202 males and 236 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.67%, with male literacy at 94.32% and female literacy at 64.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225.
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 | 438 | 202 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 26 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 102 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 166 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 36 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Gauri Khurd
Gauri Khurd 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 Khurd
Gauri Khurd 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 5-10 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 Bansgaon to Gauri Khurd is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Gauri Khurd is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauri Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauri Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gauri Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gauri Khurd
Where is Gauri Khurd located?
Gauri Khurd village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauri Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauri Khurd is Ammarpur.
What is the pincode of Gauri Khurd?
The pincode of Gauri Khurd is 273016.
What is the population of Gauri Khurd?
Gauri Khurd had a total population of 438, including 202 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Gauri Khurd?
Gauri Khurd had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauri Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauri Khurd was 78.67%. Male literacy was 94.32% and female literacy was 64.82%.