Aurahawa - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Aurahawa is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Kundadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aurahawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aurahawa is 214133. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.57 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Aurahawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aurahawa
According to the 2011 Census, Aurahawa village had a total population of 599 people, including 290 males and 309 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.15%, with male literacy at 59.66% and female literacy at 37.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 554.
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 | 599 | 290 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 267 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 139 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 151 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Aurahawa
Aurahawa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundadih | South | 1.52 km |
| Darihara | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Raspahari | East | 2.38 km |
| Parani | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Mewarpur | South | 3.55 km |
| Khairahi | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Harhori | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Baliyari | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Swanganj | West | 4.78 km |
| Kushmaha | East | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aurahawa
Aurahawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Aurahawa is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Aurahawa is about 75 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 Aurahawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aurahawa 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 Aurahawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aurahawa 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 Aurahawa
Where is Aurahawa located?
Aurahawa village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aurahawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Aurahawa is Kundadih.
What is the pincode of Aurahawa?
The pincode of Aurahawa is 231208.
What is the population of Aurahawa?
Aurahawa had a total population of 599, including 290 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Aurahawa?
Aurahawa had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aurahawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aurahawa was 48.15%. Male literacy was 59.66% and female literacy was 37.55%.