Arap Khurd - Nawanagar, Buxar
Arap Khurd is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Babu Ganj English serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arap Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arap Khurd is 248857. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.9 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Arap Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arap Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Arap Khurd village had a total population of 798 people, including 423 males and 375 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.51%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 59.62%.
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 | 798 | 423 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 338 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 85 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Arap Khurd
Arap Khurd 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 Arap Khurd
Arap Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Arap Khurd is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Arap Khurd is about 26 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 Arap Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arap Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arap Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arap Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arap Khurd
Where is Arap Khurd located?
Arap Khurd village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arap Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Arap Khurd is Babu Ganj English.
What is the pincode of Arap Khurd?
The pincode of Arap Khurd is 802129.
What is the population of Arap Khurd?
Arap Khurd had a total population of 798, including 423 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Arap Khurd?
Arap Khurd had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arap Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arap Khurd was 77.51%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 59.62%.