Arma - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Arma is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Arma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arma is 243405. The village covers a total geographical area of 1075.7 hectares and falls under the 811309 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Arma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arma
As per Census 2011, Arma village has a total population of 11,604 people, consisting of 6,162 males and 5,442 females. The village has 2,024 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,943 literate and 5,661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,048 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,604 | 6,162 | 5,442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,152 | 1,139 | 1,013 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,048 | 564 | 484 |
| Literate Population | 5,943 | 3,567 | 2,376 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,661 | 2,595 | 3,066 |
Nearby Villages of Arma
Arma 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 Arma
Public transport in the Arma is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Arma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Arma is about 25 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 Arma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Arma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Arma
Where is Arma located?
Arma village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arma?
Arma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arma?
The pincode of Arma is 811309.
What is the population of Arma?
Arma has a total population of 11,604, including 6,162 males and 5,442 females.
How many households are there in Arma?
There are 2,024 households in Arma.
What is the literacy rate in Arma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arma is 51.22%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 43.66%.