Ahiraulia Sonwal - Paharpur, Purbi Champaran
Ahiraulia Sonwal is a village situated in the Paharpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from Paharpur and around 44 km from Motihari. Sonwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahiraulia Sonwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahiraulia Sonwal is 218091. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.9 hectares and falls under the 845458 pincode. Areraj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ahiraulia Sonwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ahiraulia Sonwal
As per Census 2011, Ahiraulia Sonwal village has a total population of 881 people, consisting of 458 males and 423 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahiraulia Sonwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 458 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 204 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 292 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 166 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Ahiraulia Sonwal
Ahiraulia Sonwal 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 Ahiraulia Sonwal
Ahiraulia Sonwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Areraj to Ahiraulia Sonwal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Ahiraulia Sonwal is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahiraulia Sonwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahiraulia Sonwal 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 Ahiraulia Sonwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahiraulia Sonwal 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ahiraulia Sonwal
Where is Ahiraulia Sonwal located?
Ahiraulia Sonwal village is located in Paharpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahiraulia Sonwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahiraulia Sonwal is Sonwal.
What is the pincode of Ahiraulia Sonwal?
The pincode of Ahiraulia Sonwal is 845458.
What is the population of Ahiraulia Sonwal?
Ahiraulia Sonwal has a total population of 881, including 458 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Ahiraulia Sonwal?
There are 182 households in Ahiraulia Sonwal.
What is the literacy rate in Ahiraulia Sonwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahiraulia Sonwal is 57.89%. Male literacy is 63.76% and female literacy is 51.54%.