Arandwala - Nahan, Sirmaur
Arandwala is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Palion serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arandwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arandwala is 023163. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Arandwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arandwala
According to the 2011 Census, Arandwala village had a total population of 34 people, including 17 males and 17 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Arandwala
Arandwala 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 Arandwala
Arandwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Arandwala is about 24 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 Arandwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arandwala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arandwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arandwala 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 Arandwala
Where is Arandwala located?
Arandwala village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arandwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Arandwala is Palion.
What is the pincode of Arandwala?
The pincode of Arandwala is 173208.
What is the population of Arandwala?
Arandwala had a total population of 34, including 17 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Arandwala?
Arandwala had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arandwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arandwala was 83.33%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 78.57%.