Arikela
Arikela is a village located in Ramasamudram mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ramasamudram (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Chittoor. As per 2009 stats, Arikela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arikela unique in its vibrant Ramasamudram-Chittoor region. You’ll see Arikela’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 Arikela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arikela is 596536. The village spans a total geographical area of 1459 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 517417. Punganur is nearest town to Arikela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Arikela
Population of Arikela
According to the 2011 Census, Arikela has a total population of about 3,599, with approximately 1,826 males and 1,773 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 330 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.29%, with male literacy at about 66.48% and female literacy near 45.80%. There are around 881 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arikela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,599 | 1,826 | 1,773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 210 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 162 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,026 | 1,214 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,573 | 612 | 961 |
Connectivity of Arikela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arikela. As per the 2011 stats, Arikela 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 within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arikela
Knowing the nearby villages of Arikela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arikela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arikela
- Where is Arikela located?
- Arikela village is situated in Ramasamudram Mandal, within the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arikela?
- Arikela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arikela?
- The pincode of Arikela is 517417, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arikela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arikela is 3,599, with 1,826 males and 1,773 females.
- How many households are there in Arikela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arikela village has a total of 881 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arikela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arikela is 56.29%. The male literacy rate is 66.48%, while the female literacy rate is 45.80%.