Araria
Araria is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Araria district is 2,830 km², which includes 2,778.93 km² of rural area and 51.07 km² of urban area. There are about 716 villages in Araria district.
For administrative convenience, Araria district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 9 subdivisions in Araria district. Here is the list of all Araria Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Araria District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Araria | 294 | 4,65,529 |
| 2 | Bhargama | 205 | 2,30,835 |
| 3 | Forbesganj | 442 | 4,86,120 |
| 4 | Jokihat | 223 | 3,22,192 |
| 5 | Kursakatta | 215 | 1,49,231 |
| 6 | Narpatganj | 424 | 3,51,773 |
| 7 | Palasi | 307 | 2,48,369 |
| 8 | Raniganj | 463 | 3,98,977 |
| 9 | Sikti | 257 | 1,58,543 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Raniganj is the largest subdivision in araria district, covering an area of 462.96 km², while Bhargama is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 205.46 km². Forbesganj is the most populous, whereas Kursakatta is the least populous subdivision in araria district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Raniganj | Forbesganj |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bhargama | Bhargama |
Population of Araria District
The population of Araria offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Araria, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,11,569 | 26,42,792 | 1,68,777 |
| Total Male Population | 14,63,333 | 13,74,254 | 89,079 |
| Total Female Population | 13,48,236 | 12,68,538 | 79,698 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,77,886 | 5,49,701 | 28,185 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,95,315 | 2,80,883 | 14,432 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,82,571 | 2,68,818 | 13,753 |
| Literate Population | 11,95,768 | 10,94,403 | 1,01,365 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,27,643 | 6,69,568 | 58,075 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,68,125 | 4,24,835 | 43,290 |
| Illiterate Population | 16,15,801 | 15,48,389 | 67,412 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,35,690 | 7,04,686 | 31,004 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,80,111 | 8,43,703 | 36,408 |
| Households | 5,68,142 | 5,35,361 | 32,781 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Araria district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Araria district is 28,11,569, including 14,63,333 males and 13,48,236 females. In rural areas, it is 26,42,792, including 13,74,254 males and 12,68,538 females. In urban areas, it is 1,68,777, including 89,079 males and 79,698 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Araria district is 5,77,886, including 2,95,315 boys and 2,82,571 girls. In rural areas, it is 5,49,701, including 2,80,883 boys and 2,68,818 girls. In urban areas, it is 28,185, including 14,432 boys and 13,753 girls.
- Literate population in Araria district is around 11,95,768, including 7,27,643 males and 4,68,125 females. In rural areas, it is 10,94,403, including 6,69,568 males and 4,24,835 females. In urban areas, it is 1,01,365, including 58,075 males and 43,290 females.
- Illiterate population in Araria district is about 16,15,801, including 7,35,690 males and 8,80,111 females. In rural areas, it is 15,48,389, including 7,04,686 males and 8,43,703 females. In urban areas, it is 67,412, including 31,004 males and 36,408 females.
- There are about 5,68,142 households in Araria district, including 5,35,361 in rural areas and 32,781 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Araria. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 3,82,654 | 3,66,088 | 16,566 |
| SC Male Population | 1,98,247 | 1,89,565 | 8,682 |
| SC Female Population | 1,84,407 | 1,76,523 | 7,884 |
| Total ST Population | 38,848 | 38,337 | 511 |
| ST Male Population | 19,887 | 19,609 | 278 |
| ST Female Population | 18,961 | 18,728 | 233 |
| Population Density | 993 / km² | 951 / km² | 3,305 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Araria district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Araria district is approximately 3,82,654, including 1,98,247 males and 1,84,407 females. In rural areas, it is 3,66,088, including 1,89,565 males and 1,76,523 females. In urban areas, it is 16,566, including 8,682 males and 7,884 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Araria district is about 38,848, including 19,887 males and 18,961 females. In rural areas, it is 38,337, including 19,609 males and 18,728 females. In urban areas, it is 511, including 278 males and 233 females.
- Overall population density of Araria district is around 993 people per km². Rural areas have about 951 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,305 people per km².