Ara - Bharatpur, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Ara is a village situated in the Bharatpur tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Janakpur and around 148 km from Baikunthpur. Toja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ara is 431254. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.93 hectares and falls under the 497778 pincode. Shahdol(m.p.) is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharatpur-sonhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ara
As per Census 2011, Ara village has a total population of 540 people, consisting of 271 males and 269 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 377 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 271 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 192 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 186 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 85 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Ara
Ara 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 Ara
Ara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol(m.p.) to Ara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Ara is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ara 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 Ara
Where is Ara located?
Ara village is located in Bharatpur Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ara is Toja.
What is the pincode of Ara?
The pincode of Ara is 497778.
What is the population of Ara?
Ara has a total population of 540, including 271 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Ara?
There are 152 households in Ara.
What is the literacy rate in Ara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara is 55.37%. Male literacy is 68.63% and female literacy is 42.01%.