Arand
Arand is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Arand village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arand unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Arand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Arand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arand is 200253. The village spans a total geographical area of 455.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222213. Khetasaray is nearest town to Arand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arand 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 Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Arand
Population of Arand
According to the 2011 Census, Arand has a total population of about 4,550, with approximately 2,182 males and 2,368 females. The sex ratio is around 1085 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 785 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.52%, with male literacy at about 68.01% and female literacy near 55.53%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,550 | 2,182 | 2,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 785 | 431 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,799 | 1,484 | 1,315 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,751 | 698 | 1,053 |
Connectivity of Arand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arand. As per the 2011 stats, Arand 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arand
Knowing the nearby villages of Arand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arand
- Where is Arand located?
- Arand village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arand?
- Arand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arand?
- The pincode of Arand is 222213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arand is 4,550, with 2,182 males and 2,368 females.
- How many households are there in Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arand village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arand is 61.52%. The male literacy rate is 68.01%, while the female literacy rate is 55.53%.