Ara
Ara is a village located in Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sitapur (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Ara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ara unique in its vibrant Sitapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Ara’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 Ara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ara is 433444. The village spans a total geographical area of 1079.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497114. Sitapur is nearest town to Ara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Ara
Population of Ara
According to the 2011 Census, Ara has a total population of about 2,316, with approximately 1,172 males and 1,144 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 402 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,912. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.62%, with male literacy at about 48.98% and female literacy near 34.09%. There are around 517 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,172 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 211 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,912 | 962 | 950 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 574 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,352 | 598 | 754 |
Connectivity of Ara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ara. As per the 2011 stats, Ara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ara
- Where is Ara located?
- Ara village is situated in Sitapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ara?
- Ara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ara?
- The pincode of Ara is 497114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ara is 2,316, with 1,172 males and 1,144 females.
- How many households are there in Ara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ara village has a total of 517 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ara is 41.62%. The male literacy rate is 48.98%, while the female literacy rate is 34.09%.