Halhalia - Forbesganj, Araria
Halhalia is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Halhalia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halhalia is 221578. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Halhalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Halhalia
According to the 2011 Census, Halhalia village had a total population of 2,524 people, including 1,358 males and 1,166 females, living in 570 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.79%, with male literacy at 78.73% and female literacy at 56.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,329.
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 | 2,524 | 1,358 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 206 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,329 | 692 | 637 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,459 | 907 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 451 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Halhalia
Halhalia 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 Halhalia
Halhalia 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 Halhalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Farbisganj to Halhalia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Halhalia is about 23 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 Halhalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halhalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Halhalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halhalia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Halhalia
Where is Halhalia located?
Halhalia village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halhalia?
Halhalia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Halhalia?
The pincode of Halhalia is 854318.
What is the population of Halhalia?
Halhalia had a total population of 2,524, including 1,358 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Halhalia?
Halhalia had 570 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halhalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halhalia was 68.79%. Male literacy was 78.73% and female literacy was 56.97%.