Arag
Arag is a village located in Miraj tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Miraj (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Arag village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arag unique in its vibrant Miraj-Sangli region. You’ll see Arag’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 Arag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arag is 568754. The village spans a total geographical area of 5792 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416401. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Arag village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arag 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 Miraj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Arag
Population of Arag
According to the 2011 Census, Arag has a total population of about 15,631, with approximately 8,003 males and 7,628 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,865 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,079 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 157. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.60%, with male literacy at about 73.90% and female literacy near 60.99%. There are around 3,359 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,631 | 8,003 | 7,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,865 | 976 | 889 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,079 | 529 | 550 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 73 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 10,566 | 5,914 | 4,652 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,065 | 2,089 | 2,976 |
Connectivity of Arag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arag. As per the 2011 stats, Arag 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 Arag
Knowing the nearby villages of Arag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arag
- Where is Arag located?
- Arag village is situated in Miraj Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arag?
- Arag serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arag?
- The pincode of Arag is 416401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arag is 15,631, with 8,003 males and 7,628 females.
- How many households are there in Arag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arag village has a total of 3,359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arag is 67.60%. The male literacy rate is 73.90%, while the female literacy rate is 60.99%.