Auraha Chakla - Barhara, Purnia
Auraha Chakla is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Aurlaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Auraha Chakla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Auraha Chakla is 223124. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Auraha Chakla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Auraha Chakla
According to the 2011 Census, Auraha Chakla village had a total population of 1 people, including 1 males, living in 1 households. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Auraha Chakla
Auraha Chakla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aurahi | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Chahbacha | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Gauripur Milik | North | 2.13 km |
| Kamalpur | North | 3.22 km |
| Nathpur | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Bidanarean | South | 3.61 km |
| Urlaha | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Urlaha Milik | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Bhatotar | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Matihani | South-West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Auraha Chakla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Auraha Chakla. The nearest railway station is Raghubans Nagar, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.7 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Auraha Chakla is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Auraha Chakla is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Auraha Chakla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Auraha Chakla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Auraha Chakla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Auraha Chakla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Auraha Chakla
Where is Auraha Chakla located?
Auraha Chakla village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Auraha Chakla?
The Gram Panchayat of Auraha Chakla is Aurlaha.
What is the pincode of Auraha Chakla?
The pincode of Auraha Chakla is 854203.
How many households are there in Auraha Chakla?
Auraha Chakla had 1 households.