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.
Here you can discover what makes Arand unique in its vibrant Pithora-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Arand’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 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.
Google Map of Arand
Population of Arand
According to the 2011 Census, Arand has a total population of about 1,435, with approximately 718 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 736. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.48%, with male literacy at about 77.30% and female literacy near 55.65%. There are around 347 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.