Aruan - Bhagwanpur Hat, Siwan
Aruan is a village situated in the Bhagwanpur Hat subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpur Hat and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aruan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aruan is 231812. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 841408 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Aruan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aruan
As per Census 2011, Aruan village has a total population of 3,111 people, consisting of 1,572 males and 1,539 females. The village has 511 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,888 literate and 1,223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aruan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,111 | 1,572 | 1,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 222 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,888 | 1,109 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,223 | 463 | 760 |
Nearby Villages of Aruan
Aruan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalpurwa | North | 1.07 km |
| Mira Hata | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Bira Bankat | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Piprahia | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Bankat | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Chakbirdi | East | 1.51 km |
| Mahammadpur | East | 1.78 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 1.80 km |
| Sahsaraon | North | 1.93 km |
| Dilshadpur | North | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aruan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Aruan. The nearest railway station is Masrakh, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Aruan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aruan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aruan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aruan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aruan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aruan
Where is Aruan located?
Aruan village is located in Bhagwanpur Hat Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aruan?
The Gram Panchayat of Aruan is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Aruan?
The pincode of Aruan is 841408.
What is the population of Aruan?
Aruan has a total population of 3,111, including 1,572 males and 1,539 females.
How many households are there in Aruan?
There are 511 households in Aruan.
What is the literacy rate in Aruan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aruan is 60.69%. Male literacy is 70.55% and female literacy is 50.62%.