Aura - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Aura is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Varanasi and around 12 km from Varanasi. Bishokhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aura is 209506. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.62 hectares and falls under the 221202 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Aura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ajagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aura
As per Census 2011, Aura village has a total population of 2,187 people, consisting of 1,155 males and 1,032 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,346 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,187 | 1,155 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 192 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,346 | 805 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 350 | 491 |
Nearby Villages of Aura
Aura 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 Aura
Aura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Aura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Varanasi to Aura is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Aura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aura
Where is Aura located?
Aura village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aura?
The Gram Panchayat of Aura is Bishokhar.
What is the pincode of Aura?
The pincode of Aura is 221202.
What is the population of Aura?
Aura has a total population of 2,187, including 1,155 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Aura?
There are 324 households in Aura.
What is the literacy rate in Aura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aura is 61.55%. Male literacy is 69.70% and female literacy is 52.42%.