Auraia - Adapur, Purbi Champaran
Auraia is a village situated in the Adapur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from Adapur and around 40 km from Motihari. Auraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Auraia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Auraia is 217533. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.3 hectares and falls under the 845301 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Auraia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Auraia
As per Census 2011, Auraia village has a total population of 7,598 people, consisting of 4,014 males and 3,584 females. The village has 1,291 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,697 literate and 3,901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Auraia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,598 | 4,014 | 3,584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,591 | 830 | 761 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,697 | 2,322 | 1,375 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,901 | 1,692 | 2,209 |
Nearby Villages of Auraia
Auraia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamunbhar | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Shampur | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Mutia | South | 1.89 km |
| Sirsia Kalan | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Beldarwa | North | 2.11 km |
| Lala Chhapra | North | 2.14 km |
| Belwa | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Kachurbari | West | 2.69 km |
| Inarwa | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Dhabdhabwa | South | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Auraia
Public transport in the Auraia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adapur, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.6 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 Raxaul to Auraia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Auraia 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Auraia
Where is Auraia located?
Auraia village is located in Adapur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Auraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Auraia is Auraiya.
What is the pincode of Auraia?
The pincode of Auraia is 845301.
What is the population of Auraia?
Auraia has a total population of 7,598, including 4,014 males and 3,584 females.
How many households are there in Auraia?
There are 1,291 households in Auraia.
What is the literacy rate in Auraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Auraia is 48.66%. Male literacy is 57.85% and female literacy is 38.36%.