Gaura - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gaura is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Jagatpur Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaura is 055790. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.8 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Jaspur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaura
According to the 2011 Census, Gaura village had a total population of 218 people, including 112 males and 106 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.14%, with male literacy at 67.29% and female literacy at 60.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 72 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 40 | 51 |
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 facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaspur to Gaura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gaura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaura
Where is Gaura located?
Gaura village is located in Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaura is Jagatpur Patti.
What is the pincode of Gaura?
The pincode of Gaura is 244713.
What is the population of Gaura?
Gaura had a total population of 218, including 112 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Gaura?
Gaura had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaura was 64.14%. Male literacy was 67.29% and female literacy was 60.44%.