Ariaen - Parsa, Saran
Ariaen is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Anyay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ariaen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ariaen is 234110. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.2 hectares and falls under the 841219 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ariaen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ariaen
As per Census 2011, Ariaen village has a total population of 3,761 people, consisting of 1,964 males and 1,797 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 654 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,943 literate and 1,818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ariaen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,761 | 1,964 | 1,797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 654 | 331 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 197 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,943 | 1,192 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,818 | 772 | 1,046 |
Nearby Villages of Ariaen
Ariaen 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurgawan | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Babhanganwan | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Khidirpur | South | 1.52 km |
| Patti Mujauna | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Hasanpura | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Barahampur | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Baliganwan | East | 2.07 km |
| Chak Shahbaz | South | 2.15 km |
| Kohra | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Ekderwa Masuriya | North | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ariaen
Ariaen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitalpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Ariaen is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Ariaen is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ariaen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ariaen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ariaen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ariaen 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ariaen
Where is Ariaen located?
Ariaen village is located in Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ariaen?
The Gram Panchayat of Ariaen is Anyay.
What is the pincode of Ariaen?
The pincode of Ariaen is 841219.
What is the population of Ariaen?
Ariaen has a total population of 3,761, including 1,964 males and 1,797 females.
How many households are there in Ariaen?
There are 562 households in Ariaen.
What is the literacy rate in Ariaen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ariaen is 51.66%. Male literacy is 60.69% and female literacy is 41.79%.