Araia - Patori, Samastipur
Araia is a village situated in the Patori subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patori and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Rupauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araia is 236803. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 848504 pincode. Samastipur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Araia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohiuddinnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araia
As per Census 2011, Araia village has a total population of 1,655 people, consisting of 808 males and 847 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 852 literate and 803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,655 | 808 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 173 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 499 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 309 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Araia
Araia 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 Araia
Araia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Araia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Samastipur to Araia 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 Araia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Araia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Araia
Where is Araia located?
Araia village is located in Patori Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araia?
The Gram Panchayat of Araia is Rupauli.
What is the pincode of Araia?
The pincode of Araia is 848504.
What is the population of Araia?
Araia has a total population of 1,655, including 808 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Araia?
There are 351 households in Araia.
What is the literacy rate in Araia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araia is 51.48%. Male literacy is 61.76% and female literacy is 41.68%.