Arar - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Arar is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Arar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arar is 240349. The village covers a total geographical area of 416 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Arar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arar
According to the 2011 Census, Arar village had a total population of 5,097 people, including 2,677 males and 2,420 females, living in 904 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.92%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 54.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 920, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 318.
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 | 5,097 | 2,677 | 2,420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,057 | 556 | 501 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 920 | 472 | 448 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 155 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 2,663 | 1,616 | 1,047 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,434 | 1,061 | 1,373 |
Nearby Villages of Arar
Arar 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 Arar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Arar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Arar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arar
Where is Arar located?
Arar village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arar?
Arar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arar?
The pincode of Arar is 813204.
What is the population of Arar?
Arar had a total population of 5,097, including 2,677 males and 2,420 females.
How many households are there in Arar?
Arar had 904 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arar was 65.92%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 54.56%.