Araria - Amour, Purnia
Araria is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Khareya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araria is 223744. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Araria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Araria
As per Census 2011, Araria village has a total population of 3,068 people, consisting of 1,670 males and 1,398 females. The village has 630 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 562 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,369 literate and 1,699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,068 | 1,670 | 1,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 562 | 307 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 66 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,369 | 879 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,699 | 791 | 908 |
Nearby Villages of Araria
Araria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rathour | North | 1.35 km |
| Kharhia | South | 1.36 km |
| Islampur | West | 1.62 km |
| Sakma | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Asranda | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Bhawanipur | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Maitra | South | 3.02 km |
| Sahangaon | West | 3.27 km |
| Bagdahar | North | 3.37 km |
| Rani | South-East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Araria
Public transport in the Araria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jalargarh, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Araria is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Araria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Araria
Where is Araria located?
Araria village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araria?
The Gram Panchayat of Araria is Khareya.
What is the pincode of Araria?
The pincode of Araria is 854315.
What is the population of Araria?
Araria has a total population of 3,068, including 1,670 males and 1,398 females.
How many households are there in Araria?
There are 630 households in Araria.
What is the literacy rate in Araria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araria is 44.62%. Male literacy is 52.63% and female literacy is 35.05%.