Ara - Dagarua, Purnia
Ara is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Dubaili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ara is 224203. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ara
According to the 2011 Census, Ara village had a total population of 766 people, including 392 males and 374 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.95%, with male literacy at 25.08% and female literacy at 20.69%.
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 | 766 | 392 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 315 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Ara
Ara 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 Ara
Ara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ara is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ara 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 Ara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ara
Where is Ara located?
Ara village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ara is Dubaili.
What is the pincode of Ara?
The pincode of Ara is 854315.
What is the population of Ara?
Ara had a total population of 766, including 392 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Ara?
Ara had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara was 22.95%. Male literacy was 25.08% and female literacy was 20.69%.