Arkhari - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Arkhari is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Sargawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arkhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arkhari is 150589. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.41 hectares and falls under the 209121 pincode. Kanpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Arkhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arkhari
According to the 2011 Census, Arkhari village had a total population of 507 people, including 278 males and 229 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.65%, with male literacy at 74.90% and female literacy at 53.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 478.
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 | 507 | 278 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 261 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 179 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 99 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Arkhari
Arkhari 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 Arkhari
Arkhari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Arkhari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur to Arkhari is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Arkhari is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arkhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arkhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Arkhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arkhari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arkhari
Where is Arkhari located?
Arkhari village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arkhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Arkhari is Sargawan.
What is the pincode of Arkhari?
The pincode of Arkhari is 209121.
What is the population of Arkhari?
Arkhari had a total population of 507, including 278 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Arkhari?
Arkhari had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arkhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arkhari was 65.65%. Male literacy was 74.90% and female literacy was 53.97%.