Arekel
Arekel is a village located in Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Basna (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Arekel village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arekel unique in its vibrant Basna-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Arekel’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 Arekel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arekel is 445794. The village spans a total geographical area of 483.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493554. Basna is nearest town to Arekel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Arekel
Population of Arekel
According to the 2011 Census, Arekel has a total population of about 2,546, with approximately 1,277 males and 1,269 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 290 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 340 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 413. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.71%, with male literacy at about 76.98% and female literacy near 58.39%. There are around 644 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arekel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,546 | 1,277 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 145 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 175 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 208 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 1,724 | 983 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 294 | 528 |
Connectivity of Arekel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arekel. As per the 2011 stats, Arekel 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arekel
Knowing the nearby villages of Arekel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arekel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arekel
- Where is Arekel located?
- Arekel village is situated in Basna Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arekel?
- Arekel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arekel?
- The pincode of Arekel is 493554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arekel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arekel is 2,546, with 1,277 males and 1,269 females.
- How many households are there in Arekel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arekel village has a total of 644 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arekel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arekel is 67.71%. The male literacy rate is 76.98%, while the female literacy rate is 58.39%.