Arai

Arai is a village located in Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Singhwara (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Sadhwara is the gram panchayat of Arai village.

Arai has its own place in the vibrant Darbhanga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Arai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arai is 226842. The village spans a total geographical area of 728 hectares. Darbhanga is nearest town to Arai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Arai

Below is a concise population overview of Arai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,677 5,099 4,578
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,036 1,069 967
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,305 687 618
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 1 3
Literate Population 3,045 1,841 1,204
Illiterate Population 6,632 3,258 3,374

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arai village:

  • The total population of Arai village is around 9,677, including approximately 5,099 males and 4,578 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,036 children aged 0–6 years in Arai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Arai village has 1,305 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Arai village is about 31.47%, with male literacy at 36.11% and female literacy at 26.30%.
  • There are around 2,090 households in Arai village.

Connectivity of Arai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arai. As per the 2011 stats, Arai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Arai

Knowing the nearby villages of Arai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arai.

Gobindpur Harakh Birdipur Basauli Harpur Balaha Sabaul Barhaulia Rasulpur Inamat

Frequently Asked Questions about Arai

Where is Arai located?
Arai village is situated in Singhwara Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arai?
The Gram Panchayat of Arai is Sadhwara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Arai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arai is 9,677, with 5,099 males and 4,578 females.
How many households are there in Arai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arai village has a total of 2,090 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arai is 31.47%. The male literacy rate is 36.11%, while the female literacy rate is 26.30%.