Aritar
About Aritar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Aritar village is 261372. Aritar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 697.4 hectares. Aritar has a total population of 3,175 peoples, out of which male population is 1,601 while female population is 1,574. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 983 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of aritar village is 76.22% out of which 80.45% males and 71.92% females are literate. There are about 714 houses in aritar village. Pincode of aritar village locality is 737133.
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 Chujachen Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Rangpo is nearest town to aritar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km 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 | 3,175 | 1,601 | 1,574 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 256 | 138 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 707 | 364 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 2,420 | 1,288 | 1,132 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 313 | 442 |
Connectivity of Aritar
| 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 |
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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%.