Araria - Devipur, Deoghar
Araria is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Fulkari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araria is 354282. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode.
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 Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araria
As per Census 2011, Araria village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 240 males and 254 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 240 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 39 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 129 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 112 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 128 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Araria
Araria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saptabandh | West | 0.65 km |
| Khutabandh | East | 1.17 km |
| Jariadih | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Marro | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Laldedih | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Manguaknali | North | 1.56 km |
| Bhaisia | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Jaruadih | East | 1.64 km |
| Amjora | North | 1.71 km |
| Jamunia | North-East | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Araria
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Araria. The nearest railway station is Nawapatra, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Deoghar to Araria is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Araria
Where is Araria located?
Araria village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araria?
The Gram Panchayat of Araria is Fulkari.
What is the pincode of Araria?
The pincode of Araria is 814120.
What is the population of Araria?
Araria has a total population of 494, including 240 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Araria?
There are 95 households in Araria.
What is the literacy rate in Araria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araria is 36.03%. Male literacy is 46.67% and female literacy is 25.98%.