Ahirauliya - Ramgarhwa, Purbi Champaran
Ahirauliya is a village situated in the Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from Ramgarhwa and around 45 km from Motihari. Ahiraulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahirauliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahirauliya is 217591. The village covers a total geographical area of 1682.2 hectares and falls under the 845433 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ahirauliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ahirauliya
As per Census 2011, Ahirauliya village has a total population of 12,620 people, consisting of 6,720 males and 5,900 females. The village has 2,555 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,509 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,916 literate and 6,704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahirauliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,620 | 6,720 | 5,900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,509 | 1,265 | 1,244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,753 | 941 | 812 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 5,916 | 3,708 | 2,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,704 | 3,012 | 3,692 |
Nearby Villages of Ahirauliya
Ahirauliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandhu Barwa | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Garhwa | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Sukhi Semra | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Sihorwa | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Singasni | South | 3.49 km |
| Siswaniya | East | 3.53 km |
| Basti Semra | North | 3.74 km |
| Ramgarhwa | East | 4.02 km |
| Kohbarwa | North | 4.44 km |
| Phulwariya | West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahirauliya
Ahirauliya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dharminiya, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.5 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raxaul to Ahirauliya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Ahirauliya is about 45 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 Ahirauliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahirauliya 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 Ahirauliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahirauliya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ahirauliya
Where is Ahirauliya located?
Ahirauliya village is located in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahirauliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahirauliya is Ahiraulia.
What is the pincode of Ahirauliya?
The pincode of Ahirauliya is 845433.
What is the population of Ahirauliya?
Ahirauliya has a total population of 12,620, including 6,720 males and 5,900 females.
How many households are there in Ahirauliya?
There are 2,555 households in Ahirauliya.
What is the literacy rate in Ahirauliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahirauliya is 46.88%. Male literacy is 55.18% and female literacy is 37.42%.