Ara - Mahishi, Saharsa
Ara is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Aara Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ara is 226362. The village covers a total geographical area of 718 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahishi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ara
As per Census 2011, Ara village has a total population of 8,025 people, consisting of 4,132 males and 3,893 females. The village has 1,510 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,872 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,759 literate and 5,266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ara
Ara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangrauni | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Paranpur | North | 2.33 km |
| Thanwar | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Karhara | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Khairaha | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Aina | South | 3.03 km |
| Telwa | West | 3.14 km |
| Aina Sohagpur | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Nonia | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Semar | North | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ara
Public transport in the Ara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saharsa Jn, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Ara is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ara
Where is Ara located?
Ara village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ara is Aara Patti.
What is the pincode of Ara?
The pincode of Ara is 852216.
What is the population of Ara?
Ara has a total population of 8,025, including 4,132 males and 3,893 females.
How many households are there in Ara?
There are 1,510 households in Ara.
What is the literacy rate in Ara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara is 34.38%. Male literacy is 43.05% and female literacy is 25.17%.