Arka

Arka is a village located in Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Tarhasi (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Arka village is also a gram panchayat.

Arka has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Arka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arka is 366163. The village spans a total geographical area of 46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822118. Tarhasi is nearest town to Arka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Arka

Below is a concise population overview of Arka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,703 869 834
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 325 164 161
Scheduled Castes (SC) 46 22 24
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 898 541 357
Illiterate Population 805 328 477

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arka village:

  • The total population of Arka village is around 1,703, including approximately 869 males and 834 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 325 children aged 0–6 years in Arka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Arka village has 46 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Arka village is about 52.73%, with male literacy at 62.26% and female literacy at 42.81%.
  • There are around 353 households in Arka village.

Connectivity of Arka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arka. As per the 2011 stats, Arka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Arka

Knowing the nearby villages of Arka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arka.

Seyum Bedani Biraundha Mahari Matpurhi Teldiha Bariatu Chaura Sugi Arakanda Makundpur Bhanrra

Frequently Asked Questions about Arka

Where is Arka located?
Arka village is situated in Tarhasi Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arka?
Arka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Arka?
The pincode of Arka is 822118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Arka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arka is 1,703, with 869 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Arka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arka village has a total of 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arka is 52.73%. The male literacy rate is 62.26%, while the female literacy rate is 42.81%.