Arat - Renuka, Sirmaur
Arat is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shilawara Shivpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arat is 022963. The village covers a total geographical area of 552 hectares and falls under the 173023 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Arat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arat
According to the 2011 Census, Arat village had a total population of 322 people, including 159 males and 163 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.49%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 72.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 322 | 159 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 124 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 35 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Arat
Arat 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 Arat
Arat 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 >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 Arat is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Arat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arat 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 Arat
Where is Arat located?
Arat village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arat?
The Gram Panchayat of Arat is Shilawara Shivpur.
What is the pincode of Arat?
The pincode of Arat is 173023.
What is the population of Arat?
Arat had a total population of 322, including 159 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Arat?
Arat had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arat was 81.49%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 72.41%.