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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Arjua village has a total population of 1,921 people, consisting of 971 males and 950 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 717 literate and 1,204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,399 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 971 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 148 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 1,921, including 971 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Arjua?
There are 384 households in Arjua.
What is the literacy rate in Arjua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjua is 37.32%. Male literacy is 48.20% and female literacy is 26.21%.