Ariawa - Manjhi, Saran
Ariawa is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Shitalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ariawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ariawa is 233411. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 841209 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ariawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ariawa
As per Census 2011, Ariawa village has a total population of 2,796 people, consisting of 1,371 males and 1,425 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,572 literate and 1,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ariawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,796 | 1,371 | 1,425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 218 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 414 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,572 | 935 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,224 | 436 | 788 |
Nearby Villages of Ariawa
Ariawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laguni | East | 0.86 km |
| Tajpur | West | 1.45 km |
| Babhanaulia | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Gobrahi | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Pharusahi | East | 1.95 km |
| Garhwa | North | 2.02 km |
| Sitalpur | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Ghorahat | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Jamanpura | North | 2.58 km |
| Bhabhauli | South | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ariawa
Ariawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Daudpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ariawa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Ariawa is about 32 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 Ariawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ariawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ariawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ariawa 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 Ariawa
Where is Ariawa located?
Ariawa village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ariawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Ariawa is Shitalpur.
What is the pincode of Ariawa?
The pincode of Ariawa is 841209.
What is the population of Ariawa?
Ariawa has a total population of 2,796, including 1,371 males and 1,425 females.
How many households are there in Ariawa?
There are 480 households in Ariawa.
What is the literacy rate in Ariawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ariawa is 56.22%. Male literacy is 68.20% and female literacy is 44.70%.