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.

Arong has its own place in the vibrant Nicobars region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Arong

Below is a concise population overview of Arong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arong village:

  • The total population of Arong village is around 1,194, including approximately 617 males and 577 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Arong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Arong village has 1,117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Arong village is about 74.29%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 71.40%.
  • There are around 233 households in Arong village.

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.

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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%.