Araila - Dumraon, Buxar
Araila is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Lakhan Dihra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araila is 248147. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Araila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araila
As per Census 2011, Araila village has a total population of 1,020 people, consisting of 523 males and 497 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 523 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 135 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 354 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 169 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Araila
Araila 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 Araila
Araila is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Araila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dumraon to Araila is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Araila is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Araila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Araila
Where is Araila located?
Araila village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araila?
The Gram Panchayat of Araila is Lakhan Dihra.
What is the pincode of Araila?
The pincode of Araila is 802119.
What is the population of Araila?
Araila has a total population of 1,020, including 523 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Araila?
There are 144 households in Araila.
What is the literacy rate in Araila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araila is 56.57%. Male literacy is 67.69% and female literacy is 44.87%.