Afardih

Afardih is a village located in Ariari subdivision of Sheikhpura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Ariari (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Sheikhpura. As per 2009 stats, Baruna is the gram panchayat of Afardih village.

Afardih has its own place in the vibrant Sheikhpura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Afardih

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Afardih is 244118. The village spans a total geographical area of 157 hectares. Sheikhpura is nearest town to Afardih village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Afardih

Below is a concise population overview of Afardih as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,310 661 649
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 276 143 133
Scheduled Castes (SC) 500 257 243
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 489 305 184
Illiterate Population 821 356 465

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Afardih village:

  • The total population of Afardih village is around 1,310, including approximately 661 males and 649 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 276 children aged 0–6 years in Afardih village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Afardih village has 500 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Afardih village is about 37.33%, with male literacy at 46.14% and female literacy at 28.35%.
  • There are around 195 households in Afardih village.

Connectivity of Afardih

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Afardih. As per the 2011 stats, Afardih had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Afardih

Knowing the nearby villages of Afardih helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Afardih.

Frequently Asked Questions about Afardih

Where is Afardih located?
Afardih village is situated in Ariari Subdivision, within the Sheikhpura district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afardih?
The Gram Panchayat of Afardih is Baruna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Afardih as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Afardih is 1,310, with 661 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Afardih as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Afardih village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afardih as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Afardih is 37.33%. The male literacy rate is 46.14%, while the female literacy rate is 28.35%.