Ari - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Ari is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Aari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ari is 441147. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.81 hectares and falls under the 491661 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Ari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ari
As per Census 2011, Ari village has a total population of 1,637 people, consisting of 805 males and 832 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 990 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,637 | 805 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 113 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 72 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 548 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 257 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Ari
Ari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagdai | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Rudgaon | East | 1.66 km |
| Konari | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Amlidih | North | 1.96 km |
| Bhatgvna | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Baghmar | South | 2.10 km |
| Barsan Tola | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Matiya | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Salhe | West | 2.83 km |
| Bije Bhatha | North | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ari
Public transport in the Ari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bakal, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| 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 Dongargaon to Ari is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Ari is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ari
Where is Ari located?
Ari village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ari is Aari.
What is the pincode of Ari?
The pincode of Ari is 491661.
What is the population of Ari?
Ari has a total population of 1,637, including 805 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Ari?
There are 378 households in Ari.
What is the literacy rate in Ari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ari is 60.48%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 53.13%.