Arjuni - Balodabazar, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Arjuni is a village situated in the Balodabazar tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from Baloda Bazar and around 98 km from Raipur. Arjuni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjuni is 443743. The village covers a total geographical area of 889.04 hectares and falls under the 493228 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Arjuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjuni
As per Census 2011, Arjuni village has a total population of 5,035 people, consisting of 2,508 males and 2,527 females. The village has 1,027 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 698 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,156 literate and 1,879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 647 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,035 | 2,508 | 2,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 698 | 356 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 647 | 321 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 3,156 | 1,772 | 1,384 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,879 | 736 | 1,143 |
Nearby Villages of Arjuni
Arjuni 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 Arjuni
Arjuni 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 Arjuni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baloda Bazar to Arjuni is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Arjuni is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjuni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arjuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjuni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arjuni
Where is Arjuni located?
Arjuni village is located in Balodabazar Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjuni?
Arjuni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arjuni?
The pincode of Arjuni is 493228.
What is the population of Arjuni?
Arjuni has a total population of 5,035, including 2,508 males and 2,527 females.
How many households are there in Arjuni?
There are 1,027 households in Arjuni.
What is the literacy rate in Arjuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjuni is 62.68%. Male literacy is 70.65% and female literacy is 54.77%.