Arnej - Kodinar, Gir Somnath
Arnej is a village situated in the Kodinar taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Kodinar and around 145 km from Junagadh. Arnej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arnej is 515109. The village covers a total geographical area of 1498.31 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Arnej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arnej
As per Census 2011, Arnej village has a total population of 6,189 people, consisting of 3,134 males and 3,055 females. The village has 1,067 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 683 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,062 literate and 2,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arnej are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,189 | 3,134 | 3,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 365 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,103 | 578 | 525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 4,062 | 2,274 | 1,788 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,127 | 860 | 1,267 |
Nearby Villages of Arnej
Arnej is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Arnej
Arnej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Arnej.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Arnej is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Arnej is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arnej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arnej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arnej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arnej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arnej
Where is Arnej located?
Arnej village is located in Kodinar Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arnej?
Arnej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arnej?
The pincode of Arnej is 362720.
What is the population of Arnej?
Arnej has a total population of 6,189, including 3,134 males and 3,055 females.
How many households are there in Arnej?
There are 1,067 households in Arnej.
What is the literacy rate in Arnej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arnej is 65.63%. Male literacy is 72.56% and female literacy is 58.53%.