Araila - Hanumannagar, Darbhanga
Araila is a village situated in the Hanumannagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanumannagar and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Araila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araila is 227470. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 847106 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Araila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Araila
According to the 2011 Census, Araila village had a total population of 5,356 people, including 2,771 males and 2,585 females, living in 1,053 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.87%, with male literacy at 51.72% and female literacy at 28.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 559.
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 | 5,356 | 2,771 | 2,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,128 | 559 | 569 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 298 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,728 | 1,144 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,628 | 1,627 | 2,001 |
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, 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Araila is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | 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 Araila
Where is Araila located?
Araila village is located in Hanumannagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araila?
Araila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Araila?
The pincode of Araila is 847106.
What is the population of Araila?
Araila had a total population of 5,356, including 2,771 males and 2,585 females.
How many households are there in Araila?
Araila had 1,053 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araila was 40.87%. Male literacy was 51.72% and female literacy was 28.97%.