Arakanda - Tarhasi, Palamu
Arakanda is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Medninagar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Tarhansi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arakanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arakanda is 366167. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.37 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode. Medninagar is the nearest town.
Arakanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arakanda
According to the 2011 Census, Arakanda village had a total population of 144 people, including 72 males and 72 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.60%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Arakanda
Arakanda 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 Arakanda
Arakanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Arakanda is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arakanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arakanda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arakanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arakanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arakanda
Where is Arakanda located?
Arakanda village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arakanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Arakanda is Tarhansi.
What is the pincode of Arakanda?
The pincode of Arakanda is 822118.
What is the population of Arakanda?
Arakanda had a total population of 144, including 72 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Arakanda?
Arakanda had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arakanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arakanda was 69.60%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 57.14%.