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.
Arand has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 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
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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arand village:
- The total population of Arand village is around 2,406, including approximately 1,205 males and 1,201 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 339 children aged 0–6 years in Arand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arand village has 456 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 114 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arand village is about 70.45%, with male literacy at 79.75% and female literacy at 61.12%.
- There are around 545 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 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%.