Ara

Ara is a village located in Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mahishi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Aara Patti is the gram panchayat of Ara village.

Here you can discover what makes Ara unique in its vibrant Mahishi-Saharsa region. You’ll see Ara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Ara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ara is 226362. The village spans a total geographical area of 718 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852216. Saharsa is nearest town to Ara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Ara

According to the 2011 Census, Ara has a total population of about 8,025, with approximately 4,132 males and 3,893 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,872 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,275 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.38%, with male literacy at about 43.05% and female literacy near 25.17%. There are around 1,510 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,025 4,132 3,893
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,872 960 912
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,275 1,181 1,094
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 4 1
Literate Population 2,759 1,779 980
Illiterate Population 5,266 2,353 2,913

Connectivity of Ara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ara. As per the 2011 stats, Ara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ara

Knowing the nearby villages of Ara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ara

Where is Ara located?
Ara village is situated in Mahishi Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ara is Aara Patti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ara?
The pincode of Ara is 852216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ara is 8,025, with 4,132 males and 3,893 females.
How many households are there in Ara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ara village has a total of 1,510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ara is 34.38%. The male literacy rate is 43.05%, while the female literacy rate is 25.17%.