Arand
Arand is a village located in Rajim tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Rajim (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Arand village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arand unique in its vibrant Rajim-Raipur 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 444820. The village spans a total geographical area of 489.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493992. Rajim is nearest town to Arand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Arand
Population of Arand
According to the 2011 Census, Arand has a total population of about 2,406, with approximately 1,205 males and 1,201 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 339 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 456 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 114. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.45%, with male literacy at about 79.75% and female literacy near 61.12%. There are around 545 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 | 2,406 | 1,205 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 180 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 226 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,695 | 961 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 244 | 467 |
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 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 Rajim Tehsil, within the Raipur 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 493992, 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 2,406, with 1,205 males and 1,201 females.
- How many households are there in Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arand village has a total of 545 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arand is 70.45%. The male literacy rate is 79.75%, while the female literacy rate is 61.12%.