Arjua - Peterwar, Bokaro
Arjua is a village situated in the Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peterwar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Arjuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjua is 362428. The village covers a total geographical area of 607 hectares and falls under the 829121 pincode.
Arjua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gomiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjua
According to the 2011 Census, Arjua village had a total population of 1,921 people, including 971 males and 950 females, living in 384 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.90%, with male literacy at 56.87% and female literacy at 32.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,399.
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 | 1,921 | 971 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 148 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,399 | 696 | 703 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 468 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,204 | 503 | 701 |
Nearby Villages of Arjua
Arjua 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 Arjua
Arjua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bokaro to Arjua is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arjua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Arjua
Where is Arjua located?
Arjua village is located in Peterwar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arjua?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjua is Arjuba.
What is the pincode of Arjua?
The pincode of Arjua is 829121.
What is the population of Arjua?
Arjua had a total population of 1,921, including 971 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Arjua?
Arjua had 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arjua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjua was 44.90%. Male literacy was 56.87% and female literacy was 32.17%.