Arara - Ballia
Arara is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Arara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arara is 199277. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.95 hectares and falls under the 277401 pincode.
Arara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arara
As per Census 2011, Arara village has a total population of 1,165 people, consisting of 602 males and 563 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 801 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,165 | 602 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 89 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 448 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 154 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Arara
Arara 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 Arara
Arara 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 Arara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ballia to Arara is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Arara
Where is Arara located?
Arara village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arara?
Arara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arara?
The pincode of Arara is 277401.
What is the population of Arara?
Arara has a total population of 1,165, including 602 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Arara?
There are 176 households in Arara.
What is the literacy rate in Arara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arara is 68.76%. Male literacy is 74.42% and female literacy is 62.70%.