Auri - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Auri is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Auri is 214092. The village covers a total geographical area of 1867 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Auri is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Auri
As per Census 2011, Auri village has a total population of 7,005 people, consisting of 3,713 males and 3,292 females. The village has 1,215 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,086 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,257 literate and 2,748 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 905 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Auri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,005 | 3,713 | 3,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,086 | 563 | 523 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,164 | 606 | 558 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 905 | 480 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 4,257 | 2,523 | 1,734 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,748 | 1,190 | 1,558 |
Nearby Villages of Auri
Auri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakati | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Anpara (ct) | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Kakari | South | 3.81 km |
| Churki | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Parasi (ct) | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Partaliya | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Garabandha | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Rehta | South | 5.59 km |
| Ranahor | North | 6.04 km |
| Basi | South | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Auri
The nearest railway station is Anpara, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Auri is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Auri
Where is Auri located?
Auri village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Auri?
The pincode of Auri is 231208.
What is the population of Auri?
Auri has a total population of 7,005, including 3,713 males and 3,292 females.
How many households are there in Auri?
There are 1,215 households in Auri.
What is the literacy rate in Auri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Auri is 60.77%. Male literacy is 67.95% and female literacy is 52.67%.