Arniya Kankar - Peeplu, Tonk
Arniya Kankar is a village situated in the Peeplu tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peeplu and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Kathmana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arniya Kankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arniya Kankar is 092656. The village covers a total geographical area of 546.67 hectares and falls under the 304801 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Arniya Kankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arniya Kankar
As per Census 2011, Arniya Kankar village has a total population of 1,485 people, consisting of 781 males and 704 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 653 literate and 832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arniya Kankar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,485 | 781 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 171 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 449 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 332 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Arniya Kankar
Arniya Kankar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saddeek Nagar | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Ajmeri | West | 2.21 km |
| Barh Ajmeri | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Janki Vallabhpura | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Sameliya | North | 3.16 km |
| Zahoor Pura | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Kathmana | East | 3.52 km |
| Balapura | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Mohanpura Rajawatan | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Bambori | West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arniya Kankar
Arniya Kankar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Channani, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpura to Arniya Kankar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Arniya Kankar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arniya Kankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arniya Kankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arniya Kankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arniya Kankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Arniya Kankar
Where is Arniya Kankar located?
Arniya Kankar village is located in Peeplu Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arniya Kankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Arniya Kankar is Kathmana.
What is the pincode of Arniya Kankar?
The pincode of Arniya Kankar is 304801.
What is the population of Arniya Kankar?
Arniya Kankar has a total population of 1,485, including 781 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Arniya Kankar?
There are 338 households in Arniya Kankar.
What is the literacy rate in Arniya Kankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arniya Kankar is 43.97%. Male literacy is 57.49% and female literacy is 28.98%.