Araria - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Araria is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bishunpur Adhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araria is 219092. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.28 hectares and falls under the 843330 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Araria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araria
As per Census 2011, Araria village has a total population of 2,916 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,374 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 547 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,470 literate and 1,446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,916 | 1,542 | 1,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 547 | 282 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,470 | 945 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,446 | 597 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Araria
Araria 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 Araria
Araria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Araria is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Araria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Araria
Where is Araria located?
Araria village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araria?
The Gram Panchayat of Araria is Bishunpur Adhar.
What is the pincode of Araria?
The pincode of Araria is 843330.
What is the population of Araria?
Araria has a total population of 2,916, including 1,542 males and 1,374 females.
How many households are there in Araria?
There are 631 households in Araria.
What is the literacy rate in Araria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araria is 50.41%. Male literacy is 61.28% and female literacy is 38.21%.