Aruwan
Aruwan is a village located in Kuchai subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kuchai (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Aruwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Aruwan unique in its vibrant Kuchai-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Aruwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Aruwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aruwan is 378583. The village spans a total geographical area of 666 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833101. Kuchai is nearest town to Aruwan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Aruwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharasawan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khunti Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Aruwan
Population of Aruwan
According to the 2011 Census, Aruwan has a total population of about 2,404, with approximately 1,221 males and 1,183 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 376 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 240 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,194. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.51%, with male literacy at about 57.33% and female literacy near 35.33%. There are around 480 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Aruwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,404 | 1,221 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 202 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 124 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,194 | 590 | 604 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 700 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,286 | 521 | 765 |
Connectivity of Aruwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aruwan. As per the 2011 stats, Aruwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Aruwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Aruwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aruwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aruwan
- Where is Aruwan located?
- Aruwan village is situated in Kuchai Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Aruwan?
- Aruwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Aruwan?
- The pincode of Aruwan is 833101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Aruwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aruwan is 2,404, with 1,221 males and 1,183 females.
- How many households are there in Aruwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Aruwan village has a total of 480 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Aruwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aruwan is 46.51%. The male literacy rate is 57.33%, while the female literacy rate is 35.33%.