Arasalu
Arasalu is a village located in Hosanagara taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Hosanagara (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Arasalu village is also a gram panchayat.
Arasalu has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Arasalu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arasalu is 607954. The village spans a total geographical area of 574.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577426. Hosanagara is nearest town to Arasalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arasalu 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 Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Arasalu
Below is a concise population overview of Arasalu 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 | 840 | 415 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 106 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 349 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 66 | 114 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arasalu village:
- The total population of Arasalu village is around 840, including approximately 415 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Arasalu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arasalu village has 236 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arasalu village is about 78.57%, with male literacy at 84.10% and female literacy at 73.18%.
- There are around 218 households in Arasalu village.
Connectivity of Arasalu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arasalu. As per the 2011 stats, Arasalu 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Arasalu
Knowing the nearby villages of Arasalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arasalu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arasalu
- Where is Arasalu located?
- Arasalu village is situated in Hosanagara Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arasalu?
- Arasalu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arasalu?
- The pincode of Arasalu is 577426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arasalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arasalu is 840, with 415 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Arasalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arasalu village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arasalu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arasalu is 78.57%. The male literacy rate is 84.10%, while the female literacy rate is 73.18%.