Aphaur - Nagra, Saran
Aphaur is a village situated in the Nagra subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagra and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Aphaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aphaur is 233745. The village covers a total geographical area of 492 hectares and falls under the 841414 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Aphaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aphaur
As per Census 2011, Aphaur village has a total population of 11,294 people, consisting of 5,800 males and 5,494 females. The village has 1,836 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,967 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,826 literate and 5,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,589 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aphaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,294 | 5,800 | 5,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,967 | 1,013 | 954 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,589 | 788 | 801 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 5,826 | 3,543 | 2,283 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,468 | 2,257 | 3,211 |
Nearby Villages of Aphaur
Aphaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saidupur | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Bangra | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Baranpura | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Chhitrauli | West | 1.87 km |
| Banni | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Rampur | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Kadipur | North | 2.13 km |
| Khaira | South | 2.16 km |
| Mahammanpatti | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Raghunathpur | West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aphaur
Aphaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khairah, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Aphaur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Aphaur is about 12 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 Aphaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aphaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aphaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aphaur 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 Aphaur
Where is Aphaur located?
Aphaur village is located in Nagra Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aphaur?
Aphaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aphaur?
The pincode of Aphaur is 841414.
What is the population of Aphaur?
Aphaur has a total population of 11,294, including 5,800 males and 5,494 females.
How many households are there in Aphaur?
There are 1,836 households in Aphaur.
What is the literacy rate in Aphaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aphaur is 51.58%. Male literacy is 61.09% and female literacy is 41.55%.