Aritar
About Aritar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Aritar village is 261261. Aritar village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 52km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Aritar village. As per 2009 stats, Simik Lingzey is the gram panchayat of Aritar village.
The total geographical area of village is 133.64 hectares. Aritar has a total population of 556 peoples, out of which male population is 290 while female population is 266. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of aritar village is 75.90% out of which 81.03% males and 70.30% females are literate. There are about 99 houses in aritar village. Pincode of aritar village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Aritar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Aritar village comes under Khamdong-singtam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to aritar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Aritar
The population details of Aritar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 290 | 266 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 235 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 55 | 79 |
Connectivity of Aritar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Aritar
Where is Aritar located?
Aritar village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aritar?
The Gram Panchayat of Aritar is Simik Lingzey (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Aritar?
The pincode of Aritar is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Aritar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aritar is 556, with 290 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Aritar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Aritar village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aritar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aritar is 75.90%. The male literacy rate is 81.03%, while the female literacy rate is 70.30%.