Arkhapur - Harraiya, Basti
Arkhapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Chilma Parsan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arkhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arkhapur is 180393. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.57 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Arkhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arkhapur
As per Census 2011, Arkhapur village has a total population of 337 people, consisting of 163 males and 174 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arkhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 163 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 110 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 53 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Arkhapur
Arkhapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Arkhapur
Arkhapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Arkhapur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Arkhapur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arkhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arkhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Arkhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arkhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arkhapur
Where is Arkhapur located?
Arkhapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arkhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arkhapur is Chilma Parsan.
What is the pincode of Arkhapur?
The pincode of Arkhapur is 272301.
What is the population of Arkhapur?
Arkhapur has a total population of 337, including 163 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Arkhapur?
There are 59 households in Arkhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Arkhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arkhapur is 56.68%. Male literacy is 67.48% and female literacy is 46.55%.