Gaura - Mahmudabad, Sitapur
Gaura is a village situated in the Mahmudabad tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahmudabad and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Gaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaura is 138494. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.65 hectares and falls under the 261206 pincode.
Gaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahmoodabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaura
As per Census 2011, Gaura village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 491 males and 450 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 491 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 139 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 257 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 234 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Gaura
Gaura 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 Gaura
Public transport in the Gaura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gaura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sitapur to Gaura is about 74 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 Gaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gaura
Where is Gaura located?
Gaura village is located in Mahmudabad Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaura?
Gaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaura?
The pincode of Gaura is 261206.
What is the population of Gaura?
Gaura has a total population of 941, including 491 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Gaura?
There are 152 households in Gaura.
What is the literacy rate in Gaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaura is 40.81%. Male literacy is 52.34% and female literacy is 28.22%.