Aritar
Aritar is a village located in Rongli subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Rongli (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Aritar village is also a gram panchayat.
Aritar has its own place in the vibrant East District 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 Aritar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aritar is 261372. The village spans a total geographical area of 697.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737133. Rangpo is nearest town to Aritar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Aritar 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 Chujachen Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Aritar
Population of Aritar
Below is a concise population overview of Aritar 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 | 3,175 | 1,601 | 1,574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 138 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 364 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 2,420 | 1,288 | 1,132 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 313 | 442 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Aritar village:
- The total population of Aritar village is around 3,175, including approximately 1,601 males and 1,574 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Aritar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Aritar village has 197 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 707 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Aritar village is about 76.22%, with male literacy at 80.45% and female literacy at 71.92%.
- There are around 714 households in Aritar village.
Connectivity of Aritar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aritar. As per the 2011 stats, Aritar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Aritar
Knowing the nearby villages of Aritar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aritar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aritar
- Where is Aritar located?
- Aritar village is situated in Rongli Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Aritar?
- Aritar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Aritar?
- The pincode of Aritar is 737133, 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 3,175, with 1,601 males and 1,574 females.
- How many households are there in Aritar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Aritar village has a total of 714 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Aritar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aritar is 76.22%. The male literacy rate is 80.45%, while the female literacy rate is 71.92%.