Auraiya - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Auraiya is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Khoridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Auraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Auraiya is 347669. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.28 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode.
Auraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Auraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Auraiya village had a total population of 1,355 people, including 689 males and 666 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.85%, with male literacy at 74.70% and female literacy at 42.35%.
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 | 1,355 | 689 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 437 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 252 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Auraiya
Auraiya 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 Auraiya
Auraiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Auraiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Garhwa to Auraiya is about 12 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 Auraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Auraiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Auraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Auraiya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Auraiya
Where is Auraiya located?
Auraiya village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Auraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Auraiya is Khoridih.
What is the pincode of Auraiya?
The pincode of Auraiya is 822133.
What is the population of Auraiya?
Auraiya had a total population of 1,355, including 689 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Auraiya?
Auraiya had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Auraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Auraiya was 58.85%. Male literacy was 74.70% and female literacy was 42.35%.