Arangpani - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Arangpani is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Arangpani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arangpani is 214186. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.43 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Dudhi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Arangpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arangpani
As per Census 2011, Arangpani village has a total population of 6,661 people, consisting of 3,435 males and 3,226 females. The village has 1,244 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,815 literate and 3,846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arangpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,661 | 3,435 | 3,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,264 | 656 | 608 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,338 | 695 | 643 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,300 | 1,695 | 1,605 |
| Literate Population | 2,815 | 1,695 | 1,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,846 | 1,740 | 2,106 |
Nearby Villages of Arangpani
Arangpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lavband | North | 2.45 km |
| Chari | South | 2.87 km |
| Chanaga | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Baghmandwa | North | 3.59 km |
| Fata Pakhana | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Lilasi Khurd | East | 4.37 km |
| Jamapani | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Lilasi Kala | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Nawatola | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Supachuwa | North | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arangpani
Arangpani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dudhi to Arangpani is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Arangpani is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arangpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arangpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arangpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arangpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arangpani
Where is Arangpani located?
Arangpani village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arangpani?
Arangpani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arangpani?
The pincode of Arangpani is 231208.
What is the population of Arangpani?
Arangpani has a total population of 6,661, including 3,435 males and 3,226 females.
How many households are there in Arangpani?
There are 1,244 households in Arangpani.
What is the literacy rate in Arangpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arangpani is 42.26%. Male literacy is 49.34% and female literacy is 34.72%.