Arjunpur - Simri, Buxar
Arjunpur is a village situated in the Simri subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Rajapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjunpur is 247848. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.27 hectares and falls under the 802135 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Arjunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arjunpur
As per Census 2011, Arjunpur village has a total population of 2,257 people, consisting of 1,204 males and 1,053 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,495 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,257 | 1,204 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 178 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,495 | 905 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 299 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Arjunpur
Arjunpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Arjunpur
Arjunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Arjunpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Arjunpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Arjunpur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Arjunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arjunpur
Where is Arjunpur located?
Arjunpur village is located in Simri Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjunpur is Rajapur.
What is the pincode of Arjunpur?
The pincode of Arjunpur is 802135.
What is the population of Arjunpur?
Arjunpur has a total population of 2,257, including 1,204 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Arjunpur?
There are 349 households in Arjunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Arjunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjunpur is 66.24%. Male literacy is 75.17% and female literacy is 56.03%.