Arala
Arala is a village located in Shirala tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Shirala (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Arala village is also a gram panchayat.
Arala has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Arala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arala is 568219. The village spans a total geographical area of 1419 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415405. Karad is nearest town to Arala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arala 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 Shirala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle 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 Arala
Below is a concise population overview of Arala 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 | 2,979 | 1,445 | 1,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 162 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 242 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,113 | 1,142 | 971 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 303 | 563 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arala village:
- The total population of Arala village is around 2,979, including approximately 1,445 males and 1,534 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 277 children aged 0–6 years in Arala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arala village has 500 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arala village is about 70.93%, with male literacy at 79.03% and female literacy at 63.30%.
- There are around 661 households in Arala village.
Connectivity of Arala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arala. As per the 2011 stats, Arala 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 Arala
Knowing the nearby villages of Arala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arala
- Where is Arala located?
- Arala village is situated in Shirala Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arala?
- Arala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arala?
- The pincode of Arala is 415405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arala is 2,979, with 1,445 males and 1,534 females.
- How many households are there in Arala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arala village has a total of 661 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arala is 70.93%. The male literacy rate is 79.03%, while the female literacy rate is 63.30%.