Arkar
Arkar is a village located in Gurur tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Gurur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Arkar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arkar unique in its vibrant Gurur-Durg region. You’ll see Arkar’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 Arkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arkar is 443352. The village spans a total geographical area of 918.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491222. Aamadi is nearest town to Arkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Arkar
Population of Arkar
According to the 2011 Census, Arkar has a total population of about 3,373, with approximately 1,680 males and 1,693 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 421 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 277. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.26%, with male literacy at about 75.18% and female literacy near 65.39%. There are around 709 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,373 | 1,680 | 1,693 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 223 | 198 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 138 | 139 |
Literate Population | 2,370 | 1,263 | 1,107 |
Illiterate Population | 1,003 | 417 | 586 |
Connectivity of Arkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arkar. As per the 2011 stats, Arkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Arkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arkar
- Where is Arkar located?
- Arkar village is situated in Gurur Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arkar?
- Arkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arkar?
- The pincode of Arkar is 491222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arkar is 3,373, with 1,680 males and 1,693 females.
- How many households are there in Arkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arkar village has a total of 709 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arkar is 70.26%. The male literacy rate is 75.18%, while the female literacy rate is 65.39%.