Arjuni - Nagri, Dhamtari
Arjuni is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Thenhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjuni is 447323. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.54 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagari is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjuni
According to the 2011 Census, Arjuni village had a total population of 173 people, including 86 males and 87 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.12%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 72.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 86 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 16 | 33 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Arjuni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagari to Arjuni is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Arjuni is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arjuni
Where is Arjuni located?
Arjuni village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arjuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjuni is Thenhi.
What is the pincode of Arjuni?
The pincode of Arjuni is 493778.
What is the population of Arjuni?
Arjuni had a total population of 173, including 86 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Arjuni?
Arjuni had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arjuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjuni was 82.12%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 72.97%.