Arjanipur - Harraiya, Basti
Arjanipur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Lachimanpur Kuwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjanipur is 178963. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.15 hectares and falls under the 272129 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Arjanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Arjanipur village had a total population of 181 people, including 98 males and 83 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.95%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 78.95%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Arjanipur
Arjanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaitholiya Tappa Bangawa | North-West | 0.44 km |
| Gholava | East | 0.58 km |
| Lachhimanpur Kunwar | South | 0.79 km |
| Salempur Kunwar | North | 0.82 km |
| Choraha | West | 1.27 km |
| Narsinghpur | North | 1.33 km |
| Paltijot | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Kishunpur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Darrupur | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Dhelaupur | East | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arjanipur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Arjanipur. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Arjanipur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Arjanipur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjanipur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Arjanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arjanipur
Where is Arjanipur located?
Arjanipur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjanipur is Lachimanpur Kuwar.
What is the pincode of Arjanipur?
The pincode of Arjanipur is 272129.
What is the population of Arjanipur?
Arjanipur had a total population of 181, including 98 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Arjanipur?
Arjanipur had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arjanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjanipur was 83.95%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 78.95%.