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.
Here you can discover what makes Araku unique in its vibrant Dumbriguda-Visakhapatnam region. You’ll see Araku’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Araku has a total population of about 2,279, with approximately 1,086 males and 1,193 females. The sex ratio is around 1098 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,682. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.96%, with male literacy at about 62.80% and female literacy near 44.01%. There are around 574 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Araku's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.