Arhal

Arhal is a village located in Baisa subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Baisa (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Khapara is the gram panchayat of Arhal village.

Arhal has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Arhal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arhal is 223844. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.68 hectares. Kishanganj is nearest town to Arhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Arhal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,439 725 714
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 343 162 181
Scheduled Castes (SC) 155 71 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 453 249 204
Illiterate Population 986 476 510

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

  • The total population of Arhal village is around 1,439, including approximately 725 males and 714 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 343 children aged 0–6 years in Arhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Arhal village has 155 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Arhal village is about 31.48%, with male literacy at 34.34% and female literacy at 28.57%.
  • There are around 290 households in Arhal village.

Connectivity of Arhal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arhal. As per the 2011 stats, Arhal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Arhal

Knowing the nearby villages of Arhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arhal.

Kanimaldahi Bhatwar Dharambari Pokharia Patugaon Pagla Singharikol Singhari Khapra

Frequently Asked Questions about Arhal

Where is Arhal located?
Arhal village is situated in Baisa Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Arhal is Khapara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Arhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arhal is 1,439, with 725 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Arhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arhal village has a total of 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arhal is 31.48%. The male literacy rate is 34.34%, while the female literacy rate is 28.57%.