Arankal
Arankal is a village located in Chitapur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 68km away from sub-district headquarter Chitapur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Arankal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arankal unique in its vibrant Chitapur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Arankal’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 Arankal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arankal is 620592. The village spans a total geographical area of 2264.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585322. Gulbarga is nearest town to Arankal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arankal 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 Chincholi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Arankal
Population of Arankal
According to the 2011 Census, Arankal has a total population of about 4,845, with approximately 2,413 males and 2,432 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 804 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,552 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.38%, with male literacy at about 49.85% and female literacy near 32.98%. There are around 788 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arankal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,845 | 2,413 | 2,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 804 | 401 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,552 | 1,287 | 1,265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,005 | 1,203 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,840 | 1,210 | 1,630 |
Connectivity of Arankal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arankal. As per the 2011 stats, Arankal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arankal
Knowing the nearby villages of Arankal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arankal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arankal
- Where is Arankal located?
- Arankal village is situated in Chitapur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arankal?
- Arankal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arankal?
- The pincode of Arankal is 585322, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arankal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arankal is 4,845, with 2,413 males and 2,432 females.
- How many households are there in Arankal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arankal village has a total of 788 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arankal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arankal is 41.38%. The male literacy rate is 49.85%, while the female literacy rate is 32.98%.