Arand
Arand is a village located in Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bagbahara (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Arand village is also a gram panchayat.
Arand has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Arand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arand is 446753. The village spans a total geographical area of 616.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492112. Mahasamund is nearest town to Arand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Arand
Below is a concise population overview of Arand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,076 | 556 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 100 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 625 | 311 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 364 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 192 | 299 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arand village:
- The total population of Arand village is around 1,076, including approximately 556 males and 520 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 189 children aged 0–6 years in Arand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arand village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 625 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arand village is about 54.37%, with male literacy at 65.47% and female literacy at 42.50%.
- There are around 268 households in Arand village.
Connectivity of Arand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arand. As per the 2011 stats, Arand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Arand
Knowing the nearby villages of Arand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arand
- Where is Arand located?
- Arand village is situated in Bagbahra Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arand?
- Arand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arand?
- The pincode of Arand is 492112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arand is 1,076, with 556 males and 520 females.
- How many households are there in Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arand village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arand is 54.37%. The male literacy rate is 65.47%, while the female literacy rate is 42.50%.