Arari - Dwarahat, Almora
Arari is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Arari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arari is 052789. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.1 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Arari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arari
As per Census 2011, Arari village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 143 males and 189 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,321 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 143 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 115 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 28 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Arari
Arari 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 Arari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Arari.
| 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 Dwarahat to Arari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Arari is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Arari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arari 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 Arari
Where is Arari located?
Arari village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arari?
Arari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arari?
The pincode of Arari is 263653.
What is the population of Arari?
Arari has a total population of 332, including 143 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Arari?
There are 84 households in Arari.
What is the literacy rate in Arari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arari is 64.76%. Male literacy is 80.42% and female literacy is 52.91%.