Rarhiam - Benipur, Darbhanga
Rarhiam is a village situated in the Benipur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Batho Radhiyam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rarhiam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rarhiam is 227264. The village covers a total geographical area of 505 hectares and falls under the 847233 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rarhiam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rarhiam
As per Census 2011, Rarhiam village has a total population of 5,199 people, consisting of 2,743 males and 2,456 females. The village has 985 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,071 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,717 literate and 3,482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 988 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rarhiam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,199 | 2,743 | 2,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,071 | 539 | 532 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 988 | 523 | 465 |
| Literate Population | 1,717 | 1,166 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,482 | 1,577 | 1,905 |
Nearby Villages of Rarhiam
Rarhiam 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 Rarhiam
Rarhiam 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Rarhiam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Rarhiam is about 18 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 Rarhiam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rarhiam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rarhiam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rarhiam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rarhiam
Where is Rarhiam located?
Rarhiam village is located in Benipur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rarhiam?
The Gram Panchayat of Rarhiam is Batho Radhiyam.
What is the pincode of Rarhiam?
The pincode of Rarhiam is 847233.
What is the population of Rarhiam?
Rarhiam has a total population of 5,199, including 2,743 males and 2,456 females.
How many households are there in Rarhiam?
There are 985 households in Rarhiam.
What is the literacy rate in Rarhiam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rarhiam is 33.03%. Male literacy is 42.51% and female literacy is 22.43%.