Arath
Arath is a village located in Budgam tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from Budgam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Arath village. As per 2009 stats, Arath village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arath unique in its vibrant Budgam-Badgam region. You’ll see Arath’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 Arath
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arath is 000627. The village spans a total geographical area of 283.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191111. Badgam is nearest town to Arath village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Arath
Population of Arath
According to the 2011 Census, Arath has a total population of about 2,905, with approximately 1,485 males and 1,420 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 399 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.85%, with male literacy at about 55.42% and female literacy near 37.89%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arath's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,905 | 1,485 | 1,420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 208 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,361 | 823 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,544 | 662 | 882 |
Connectivity of Arath
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arath. As per the 2011 stats, Arath had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arath
Knowing the nearby villages of Arath helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arath.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arath
- Where is Arath located?
- Arath village is situated in Budgam Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arath?
- Arath serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arath?
- The pincode of Arath is 191111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arath is 2,905, with 1,485 males and 1,420 females.
- How many households are there in Arath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arath village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arath as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arath is 46.85%. The male literacy rate is 55.42%, while the female literacy rate is 37.89%.