Arang - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Arang is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Bahragora and around 110 km from Jamshedpur. Sandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arang is 364629. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.72 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Arang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arang
According to the 2011 Census, Arang village had a total population of 370 people, including 196 males and 174 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.15%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 57.33%.
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 | 370 | 196 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 10 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 143 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 53 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Arang
Arang 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 Arang
Public transport in the Arang is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Arang is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arang
Where is Arang located?
Arang village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arang?
The Gram Panchayat of Arang is Sandra.
What is the pincode of Arang?
The pincode of Arang is 832101.
What is the population of Arang?
Arang had a total population of 370, including 196 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Arang?
Arang had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arang was 68.15%. Male literacy was 76.88% and female literacy was 57.33%.