Gohara - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Gohara is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Gohara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gohara is 214313. The village covers a total geographical area of 997.56 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gohara
As per Census 2011, Gohara village has a total population of 2,197 people, consisting of 1,149 males and 1,048 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 882 literate and 1,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,549 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,197 | 1,149 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 239 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 116 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,549 | 806 | 743 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 585 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 564 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Gohara
Gohara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishram Pur | South | 2.37 km |
| Chak Lambi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Gangahar | West | 2.90 km |
| Lambi | East | 3.12 km |
| Randah Tola | North | 3.17 km |
| Kurpan | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Korachi | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Barah Pan | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Deohar Purab | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Karach Tola | North-West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gohara
Gohara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 130.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Gohara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Gohara is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gohara 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 Gohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gohara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gohara
Where is Gohara located?
Gohara village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gohara?
Gohara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gohara?
The pincode of Gohara is 231212.
What is the population of Gohara?
Gohara has a total population of 2,197, including 1,149 males and 1,048 females.
How many households are there in Gohara?
There are 392 households in Gohara.
What is the literacy rate in Gohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gohara is 40.15%. Male literacy is 50.91% and female literacy is 28.34%.