Aurha Mal - Garkha, Saran
Aurha Mal is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Motirajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aurha Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aurha Mal is 234352. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.03 hectares and falls under the 841415 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Aurha Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aurha Mal
As per Census 2011, Aurha Mal village has a total population of 2,461 people, consisting of 1,245 males and 1,216 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,551 literate and 910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aurha Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,461 | 1,245 | 1,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 213 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 246 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 865 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 380 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Aurha Mal
Aurha Mal 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 Aurha Mal
Aurha Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Aurha Mal.
| 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 Chapra to Aurha Mal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Aurha Mal is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aurha Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aurha Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Aurha Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aurha Mal 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 Aurha Mal
Where is Aurha Mal located?
Aurha Mal village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aurha Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Aurha Mal is Motirajpur.
What is the pincode of Aurha Mal?
The pincode of Aurha Mal is 841415.
What is the population of Aurha Mal?
Aurha Mal has a total population of 2,461, including 1,245 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Aurha Mal?
There are 394 households in Aurha Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Aurha Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aurha Mal is 63.02%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 56.41%.