Paraia

Paraia is a village located in Sikti subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sikti (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Kauakoh is the gram panchayat of Paraia village.

Paraia has its own place in the vibrant Araria region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Paraia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paraia is 221992. The village spans a total geographical area of 990 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Paraia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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Population of Paraia

Below is a concise population overview of Paraia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,998 5,190 4,808
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,060 1,032 1,028
Scheduled Castes (SC) 818 439 379
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 3,402 2,113 1,289
Illiterate Population 6,596 3,077 3,519

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paraia village:

  • The total population of Paraia village is around 9,998, including approximately 5,190 males and 4,808 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,060 children aged 0–6 years in Paraia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paraia village has 818 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Paraia village is about 34.03%, with male literacy at 40.71% and female literacy at 26.81%.
  • There are around 1,988 households in Paraia village.

Connectivity of Paraia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paraia. As per the 2011 stats, Paraia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Paraia

Knowing the nearby villages of Paraia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paraia.

Barahmasia Simalbani Barahmasia Istamrar Dipnagar Pararia Ranikatta Dahgawan Singhia Khoragachhi Milik Aulabari Chhaparia Sohdi Darhua

Frequently Asked Questions about Paraia

Where is Paraia located?
Paraia village is situated in Sikti Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraia is Kauakoh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Paraia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paraia is 9,998, with 5,190 males and 4,808 females.
How many households are there in Paraia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paraia village has a total of 1,988 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paraia is 34.03%. The male literacy rate is 40.71%, while the female literacy rate is 26.81%.