Araku
Araku is a village located in Dumbriguda mandal of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dumbriguda (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Visakhapatnam. As per 2009 stats, Araku village is also a gram panchayat.
Araku has its own place in the vibrant Visakhapatnam 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 Araku
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Araku is 583876. The village spans a total geographical area of 2260 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 531151. Vizianagaram is nearest town to Araku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 110km away.
Google Map of Araku
Population of Araku
Below is a concise population overview of Araku as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,279 | 1,086 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 139 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,682 | 799 | 883 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 682 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,072 | 404 | 668 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Araku village:
- The total population of Araku village is around 2,279, including approximately 1,086 males and 1,193 females, with a sex ratio of 1098 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 261 children aged 0–6 years in Araku village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Araku village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,682 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Araku village is about 52.96%, with male literacy at 62.80% and female literacy at 44.01%.
- There are around 574 households in Araku village.
Connectivity of Araku
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Araku. As per the 2011 stats, Araku 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Araku
Knowing the nearby villages of Araku helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Araku.
Frequently Asked Questions about Araku
- Where is Araku located?
- Araku village is situated in Dumbriguda Mandal, within the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Araku?
- Araku serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Araku?
- The pincode of Araku is 531151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Araku as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Araku is 2,279, with 1,086 males and 1,193 females.
- How many households are there in Araku as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Araku village has a total of 574 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Araku as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Araku is 52.96%. The male literacy rate is 62.80%, while the female literacy rate is 44.01%.