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
According to the 2011 Census, Araria village had a total population of 3,068 people, including 1,670 males and 1,398 females, living in 630 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.63%, with male literacy at 64.49% and female literacy at 42.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,068, including 1,670 males and 1,398 females.
How many households are there in Araria?
Araria had 630 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araria was 54.63%. Male literacy was 64.49% and female literacy was 42.87%.