Arkunda
Arkunda is a village located in Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gauribidanur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Pura is the gram panchayat of Arkunda village.
Arkunda has its own place in the vibrant Chikkaballapura 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 Arkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arkunda is 623393. The village spans a total geographical area of 382.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 561211. Gauribidanur is nearest town to Arkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arkunda 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 Chikkaballapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Arkunda
Population of Arkunda
Below is a concise population overview of Arkunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 813 | 394 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 160 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 239 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 155 | 208 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arkunda village:
- The total population of Arkunda village is around 813, including approximately 394 males and 419 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Arkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arkunda village has 322 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 133 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arkunda village is about 55.35%, with male literacy at 60.66% and female literacy at 50.36%.
- There are around 209 households in Arkunda village.
Connectivity of Arkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Arkunda 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 Arkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Arkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arkunda
- Where is Arkunda located?
- Arkunda village is situated in Gauribidanur Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Arkunda is Pura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Arkunda?
- The pincode of Arkunda is 561211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arkunda is 813, with 394 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Arkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arkunda village has a total of 209 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arkunda is 55.35%. The male literacy rate is 60.66%, while the female literacy rate is 50.36%.