Aru - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Aru is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Mandlina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aru is 003517. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.8 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Aru 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 Aru
As per Census 2011, Aru village has a total population of 638 people, consisting of 369 males and 269 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 728 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 638 | 369 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 40 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 227 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 142 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Aru
Aru 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 Aru
Aru 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 | 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 Pahalgam to Aru is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Aru is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aru 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 Aru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aru
Where is Aru located?
Aru village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aru?
The Gram Panchayat of Aru is Mandlina.
What is the pincode of Aru?
The pincode of Aru is 192126.
What is the population of Aru?
Aru has a total population of 638, including 369 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Aru?
There are 204 households in Aru.
What is the literacy rate in Aru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aru is 46.08%. Male literacy is 61.52% and female literacy is 24.91%.