Arong
Arong is a village located in Car Nicobar tehsil of Nicobars district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. Car Nicobar is the district & sub-district headquarter of Arong village.
Here you can discover what makes Arong unique in its vibrant Car Nicobar-Nicobars region. You’ll see Arong’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Arong
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arong is 645015. Port Blair is nearest town to Arong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 287km away.
Google Map of Arong
Population of Arong
According to the 2011 Census, Arong has a total population of about 1,194, with approximately 617 males and 577 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,117. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.29%, with male literacy at about 76.99% and female literacy near 71.40%. There are around 233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arong's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,194 | 617 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,117 | 584 | 533 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 475 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 142 | 165 |
Connectivity of Arong
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arong. As per the 2011 stats, Arong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Arong
Knowing the nearby villages of Arong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arong.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arong
- Where is Arong located?
- Arong village is situated in Car Nicobar Tehsil, within the Nicobars district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
- What is the population of Arong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arong is 1,194, with 617 males and 577 females.
- How many households are there in Arong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arong village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arong as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arong is 74.29%. The male literacy rate is 76.99%, while the female literacy rate is 71.40%.