Auraia - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Auraia is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Rakhahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Auraia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Auraia is 216635. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.15 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Auraia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Auraia
As per Census 2011, Auraia village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 264 males and 222 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Auraia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 264 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 131 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 188 | 130 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 134 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Auraia
Auraia 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 Auraia
Public transport in the Auraia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Auraia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Narkatiyaganj to Auraia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Auraia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Auraia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Auraia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Auraia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Auraia 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 Auraia
Where is Auraia located?
Auraia village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Auraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Auraia is Rakhahi.
What is the pincode of Auraia?
The pincode of Auraia is 845455.
What is the population of Auraia?
Auraia has a total population of 486, including 264 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Auraia?
There are 85 households in Auraia.
What is the literacy rate in Auraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Auraia is 38.68%. Male literacy is 49.24% and female literacy is 26.13%.