Arkeda - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Arkeda is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Gudari and around 95 km from Chaibasa. Birkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arkeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arkeda is 377014. The village falls under the 833201 pincode.
Arkeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arkeda
According to the 2011 Census, Arkeda village had a total population of 73 people, including 37 males and 36 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.79%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 42.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 19 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Arkeda
Arkeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Buru Kayam | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Berakayam | South | 1.67 km |
| Koteya | West | 3.92 km |
| Dewan | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Jarakel | West | 5.07 km |
| Jante | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Gulikera | South | 5.58 km |
| Lorhai | South-East | 6.20 km |
| Dindapai | South-East | 6.21 km |
| Birkel | West | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arkeda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Arkeda. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 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 Chaibasa to Arkeda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arkeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arkeda 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 Arkeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arkeda 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 Arkeda
Where is Arkeda located?
Arkeda village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arkeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Arkeda is Birkel.
What is the pincode of Arkeda?
The pincode of Arkeda is 833201.
What is the population of Arkeda?
Arkeda had a total population of 73, including 37 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Arkeda?
Arkeda had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arkeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arkeda was 50.79%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 42.42%.