Araut - Chandi, Nalanda
Araut is a village situated in the Chandi subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Araut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araut is 244333. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 803110 pincode. Hilsa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Araut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Araut
As per Census 2011, Araut village has a total population of 6,754 people, consisting of 3,529 males and 3,225 females. The village has 1,081 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,160 literate and 3,594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,031 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,754 | 3,529 | 3,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,392 | 720 | 672 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,031 | 532 | 499 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,160 | 2,093 | 1,067 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,594 | 1,436 | 2,158 |
Nearby Villages of Araut
Araut is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tanrapar | West | 1.32 km |
| Wena | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Murhari | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Mora | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Sartha | North | 2.36 km |
| Dosut | South | 2.40 km |
| Ganga Bigha | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Birnawan | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Sirnawan | West | 2.87 km |
| Dehra | East | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Araut
Araut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hilsa to Araut is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Araut is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Araut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Araut
Where is Araut located?
Araut village is located in Chandi Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araut?
Araut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Araut?
The pincode of Araut is 803110.
What is the population of Araut?
Araut has a total population of 6,754, including 3,529 males and 3,225 females.
How many households are there in Araut?
There are 1,081 households in Araut.
What is the literacy rate in Araut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araut is 46.79%. Male literacy is 59.31% and female literacy is 33.09%.