Arand - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Arand is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Arand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arand is 446753. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.98 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Mahasamund is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Arand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arand
As per Census 2011, Arand village has a total population of 1,076 people, consisting of 556 males and 520 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 585 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 625 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arand are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Arand
Arand 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 Arand
Arand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Arand has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahasamund to Arand is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Arand
Where is Arand located?
Arand village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arand?
Arand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arand?
The pincode of Arand is 493445.
What is the population of Arand?
Arand has a total population of 1,076, including 556 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Arand?
There are 268 households in Arand.
What is the literacy rate in Arand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arand is 54.37%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 42.50%.