Aruwa - Biswan, Sitapur
Aruwa is a village situated in the Biswan tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biswan and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Aruwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aruwa is 138279. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.82 hectares and falls under the 261202 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Aruwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biswan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aruwa
As per Census 2011, Aruwa village has a total population of 1,926 people, consisting of 994 males and 932 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 763 literate and 1,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 441 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aruwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,926 | 994 | 932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 194 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 226 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 439 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 555 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Aruwa
Aruwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Orajhar | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Pipari Anant Singh | West | 1.50 km |
| Maholiya Kala | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Semra Khurd | East | 1.87 km |
| Gathiya Kala | North | 1.91 km |
| Nasirpur Andupur | South | 2.07 km |
| Gathiya Khurd | North | 2.36 km |
| Kutubapur | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Garwa Deeh | South | 2.67 km |
| Mahmoodpur | South-West | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aruwa
Aruwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Biswan, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sitapur to Aruwa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Aruwa is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aruwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aruwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aruwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aruwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aruwa
Where is Aruwa located?
Aruwa village is located in Biswan Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aruwa?
Aruwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aruwa?
The pincode of Aruwa is 261202.
What is the population of Aruwa?
Aruwa has a total population of 1,926, including 994 males and 932 females.
How many households are there in Aruwa?
There are 314 households in Aruwa.
What is the literacy rate in Aruwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aruwa is 39.62%. Male literacy is 44.16% and female literacy is 34.76%.