Arand
Arand is a village located in Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Pithaura (tehsildar office) and 64km 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 446318. The village spans a total geographical area of 482.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493551. Bagbahara is nearest town to Arand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km 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 | 1,435 | 718 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 85 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 736 | 369 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 555 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 163 | 318 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arand village:
- The total population of Arand village is around 1,435, including approximately 718 males and 717 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Arand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arand village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 736 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arand village is about 66.48%, with male literacy at 77.30% and female literacy at 55.65%.
- There are around 347 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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 Pithora 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 493551, 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 1,435, with 718 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arand village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arand is 66.48%. The male literacy rate is 77.30%, while the female literacy rate is 55.65%.