Araria - Parbatta, Khagaria
Araria is a village situated in the Parbatta subdivision of Khagaria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parbatta and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khagaria. Deori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araria is 238780. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 851216 pincode. Gogari Jamalpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Araria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Araria
According to the 2011 Census, Araria village had a total population of 4,888 people, including 2,657 males and 2,231 females, living in 964 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.45%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 4,888 | 2,657 | 2,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 895 | 492 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,374 | 1,460 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,514 | 1,197 | 1,317 |
Nearby Villages of Araria
Araria 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 Araria
Araria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Araria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gogari Jamalpur to Araria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khagaria to Araria is about 40 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 Araria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Araria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Araria
Where is Araria located?
Araria village is located in Parbatta Subdivision, Khagaria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araria?
The Gram Panchayat of Araria is Deori.
What is the pincode of Araria?
The pincode of Araria is 851216.
What is the population of Araria?
Araria had a total population of 4,888, including 2,657 males and 2,231 females.
How many households are there in Araria?
Araria had 964 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araria was 59.45%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 50.00%.