Araud - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Araud is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Aroud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araud is 447508. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.01 hectares and falls under the 494336 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Araud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araud
As per Census 2011, Araud village has a total population of 1,312 people, consisting of 644 males and 668 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 920 literate and 392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 524 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,312 | 644 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 254 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 920 | 509 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 135 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Araud
Araud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaisa Katta | South | 1.85 km |
| Tahkapar | North | 2.22 km |
| Kotela | East | 2.60 km |
| Basanwahi | West | 2.63 km |
| Pipraud | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Kurubhat | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Bhuigaon | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Badatola | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Chinauri | West | 3.77 km |
| Bodeli(ponka) | South | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Araud
Araud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 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 Charama to Araud is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Araud is about 25 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 Araud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araud 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Araud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Araud
Where is Araud located?
Araud village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araud?
The Gram Panchayat of Araud is Aroud.
What is the pincode of Araud?
The pincode of Araud is 494336.
What is the population of Araud?
Araud has a total population of 1,312, including 644 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Araud?
There are 310 households in Araud.
What is the literacy rate in Araud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araud is 70.12%. Male literacy is 79.04% and female literacy is 61.53%.