Arilla - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Arilla is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Arilla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arilla is 203867. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.12 hectares and falls under the 275205 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Arilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arilla
As per Census 2011, Arilla village has a total population of 2,127 people, consisting of 1,061 males and 1,066 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 900 illiterate residents. Additionally, 765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arilla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,061 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 202 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 765 | 390 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 703 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 358 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Arilla
Arilla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| A.ma. Mohabbatpur | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Rajapur | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Kharahra | West | 1.12 km |
| Baghipur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Rasulpur Barhat | South | 1.45 km |
| Surhurpur Jayanti | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Mohabbat Pur | North | 1.57 km |
| Araji Khuthan Urf Parsonia | East | 1.61 km |
| Kinara Nadi | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Barhat | South-West | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arilla
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Arilla. The nearest railway station is Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 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 Ghazipur to Arilla is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Arilla is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arilla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arilla 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Arilla
Where is Arilla located?
Arilla village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arilla?
Arilla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arilla?
The pincode of Arilla is 275205.
What is the population of Arilla?
Arilla has a total population of 2,127, including 1,061 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Arilla?
There are 347 households in Arilla.
What is the literacy rate in Arilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arilla is 57.69%. Male literacy is 66.26% and female literacy is 49.16%.