Arajpur - Chausa, Madhepura
Arajpur is a village situated in the Chausa subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chausa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Arajpur West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arajpur is 226209. The village covers a total geographical area of 1274.46 hectares and falls under the 853204 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Arajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Arajpur village had a total population of 15,970 people, including 8,402 males and 7,568 females, living in 2,686 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.36%, with male literacy at 65.06% and female literacy at 44.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,285, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 15,970 | 8,402 | 7,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,601 | 1,845 | 1,756 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,285 | 666 | 619 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,847 | 4,266 | 2,581 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,123 | 4,136 | 4,987 |
Nearby Villages of Arajpur
Arajpur 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 Arajpur
Arajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Arajpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Arajpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Arajpur
Where is Arajpur located?
Arajpur village is located in Chausa Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arajpur is Arajpur West.
What is the pincode of Arajpur?
The pincode of Arajpur is 853204.
What is the population of Arajpur?
Arajpur had a total population of 15,970, including 8,402 males and 7,568 females.
How many households are there in Arajpur?
Arajpur had 2,686 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arajpur was 55.36%. Male literacy was 65.06% and female literacy was 44.41%.