Arna - Amnour, Saran
Arna is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Katsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arna is 233980. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Arna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Arna
According to the 2011 Census, Arna village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Arna
Arna 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 Arna
Arna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Arna has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Arna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Arna is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Arna
Where is Arna located?
Arna village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arna?
The Gram Panchayat of Arna is Katsa.
What is the pincode of Arna?
The pincode of Arna is 841311.
What is the population of Arna?
Arna had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Arna?
Arna had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arna was 54.55%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.