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.
Here you can discover what makes Arai unique in its vibrant Singhwara-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Arai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Arai
Population of Arai
According to the 2011 Census, Arai has a total population of about 9,677, with approximately 5,099 males and 4,578 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,036 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,305 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.47%, with male literacy at about 36.11% and female literacy near 26.30%. There are around 2,090 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.