Arna - Parsa, Saran
Arna is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Sobhepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arna is 234049. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.1 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Arna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amnour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arna
According to the 2011 Census, Arna village had a total population of 1,261 people, including 656 males and 605 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.27%, with male literacy at 75.14% and female literacy at 46.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,261 | 656 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 411 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 245 | 372 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Arna is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Arna is about 25 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 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | 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 Arna
Where is Arna located?
Arna village is located in Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arna?
The Gram Panchayat of Arna is Sobhepur.
What is the pincode of Arna?
The pincode of Arna is 841311.
What is the population of Arna?
Arna had a total population of 1,261, including 656 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Arna?
Arna had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arna was 61.27%. Male literacy was 75.14% and female literacy was 46.23%.