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.
Arankal has its own place in the vibrant Gulbarga 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Arankal 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arankal village:
- The total population of Arankal village is around 4,845, including approximately 2,413 males and 2,432 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 804 children aged 0–6 years in Arankal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arankal village has 2,552 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arankal village is about 41.38%, with male literacy at 49.85% and female literacy at 32.98%.
- There are around 788 households in Arankal village.
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%.