Ara - Burmu, Ranchi
Ara is a village situated in the Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burmu and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Ojhasaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ara is 373400. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Ara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ara
According to the 2011 Census, Ara village had a total population of 779 people, including 402 males and 377 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.50%, with male literacy at 49.53% and female literacy at 39.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 779.
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 | 779 | 402 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 81 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 779 | 402 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 159 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 243 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Ara
Ara 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 Ara
Ara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Ara is about 40 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ara
Where is Ara located?
Ara village is located in Burmu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ara is Ojhasaram.
What is the pincode of Ara?
The pincode of Ara is 834001.
What is the population of Ara?
Ara had a total population of 779, including 402 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Ara?
Ara had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara was 44.50%. Male literacy was 49.53% and female literacy was 39.37%.