Arkha - Sihawal, Sidhi
Arkha is a village situated in the Sihawal tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihawal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Tenduha No. 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arkha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arkha is 502799. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.23 hectares and falls under the 486670 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Arkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arkha
According to the 2011 Census, Arkha village had a total population of 181 people, including 105 males and 76 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 724 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.74%, with male literacy at 91.11% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 105 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 82 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Arkha
Arkha 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 Arkha
Arkha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Arkha is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arkha 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Arkha
Where is Arkha located?
Arkha village is located in Sihawal Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Arkha is Tenduha No. 2.
What is the pincode of Arkha?
The pincode of Arkha is 486670.
What is the population of Arkha?
Arkha had a total population of 181, including 105 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Arkha?
Arkha had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arkha was 79.74%. Male literacy was 91.11% and female literacy was 63.49%.