Arigohal - Anantnag East (Mattan), Anantnag
Arigohal is a village situated in the Anantnag East (Mattan) tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Anantnag and around 15 km from Anantnag. Fohar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Arigohal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arigohal is 003639. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.8 hectares and falls under the 192125 pincode. Mattan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Arigohal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arigohal
According to the 2011 Census, Arigohal village had a total population of 1,495 people, including 706 males and 789 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.74%, with male literacy at 78.67% and female literacy at 58.39%.
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 | 1,495 | 706 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 120 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 461 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 245 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Arigohal
Arigohal 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 Arigohal
Arigohal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mattan to Arigohal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Arigohal is about 15 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 Arigohal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arigohal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Arigohal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arigohal 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 Arigohal
Where is Arigohal located?
Arigohal village is located in Anantnag East (Mattan) Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Arigohal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Arigohal is Fohar.
What is the pincode of Arigohal?
The pincode of Arigohal is 192125.
What is the population of Arigohal?
Arigohal had a total population of 1,495, including 706 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Arigohal?
Arigohal had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arigohal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arigohal was 67.74%. Male literacy was 78.67% and female literacy was 58.39%.