Ara - Chandwa, Latehar
Ara is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Ladhup serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ara is 367600. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Ara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ara
As per Census 2011, Ara village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 193 males and 165 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 266 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 193 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 49 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 144 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 90 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 103 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Ara
Ara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hesalong | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Kudra | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Childiri | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Belenga | East | 2.52 km |
| Hesla | West | 3.17 km |
| Dhoti | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Jamuari | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Ganiari | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Barwatoli | South | 5.45 km |
| Tata | South | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ara
Ara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahuamilan, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Latehar to Ara is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ara 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 Ara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ara 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 Ara
Where is Ara located?
Ara village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ara is Ladhup.
What is the pincode of Ara?
The pincode of Ara is 829203.
What is the population of Ara?
Ara has a total population of 358, including 193 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Ara?
There are 69 households in Ara.
What is the literacy rate in Ara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara is 41.06%. Male literacy is 46.63% and female literacy is 34.55%.