Arakere - Shrirangapattana, Mandya
Arakere is a village situated in the Shrirangapattana taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srirangapatna and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Arakere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arakere is 614270. The village covers a total geographical area of 1326.02 hectares and falls under the 571415 pincode. Bannur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Arakere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrirangapattana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arakere
As per Census 2011, Arakere village has a total population of 10,313 people, consisting of 5,113 males and 5,200 females. The village has 2,605 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 913 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,041 literate and 3,272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arakere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,313 | 5,113 | 5,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 913 | 473 | 440 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 294 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 7,041 | 3,824 | 3,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,272 | 1,289 | 1,983 |
Nearby Villages of Arakere
Arakere is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Arakere
Arakere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Arakere.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bannur to Arakere is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Arakere is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arakere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arakere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arakere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arakere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Arakere
Where is Arakere located?
Arakere village is located in Shrirangapattana Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arakere?
Arakere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arakere?
The pincode of Arakere is 571415.
What is the population of Arakere?
Arakere has a total population of 10,313, including 5,113 males and 5,200 females.
How many households are there in Arakere?
There are 2,605 households in Arakere.
What is the literacy rate in Arakere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arakere is 68.27%. Male literacy is 74.79% and female literacy is 61.87%.