Arjunrath - Someshwar, Almora
Arjunrath is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Arjun Rath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjunrath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjunrath is 053330. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.35 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Arjunrath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjunrath
According to the 2011 Census, Arjunrath village had a total population of 452 people, including 197 males and 255 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,294 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.59%, with male literacy at 96.45% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 452 | 197 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 163 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 34 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Arjunrath
Arjunrath 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 Arjunrath
Arjunrath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Arjunrath is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjunrath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjunrath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Arjunrath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjunrath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Arjunrath
Where is Arjunrath located?
Arjunrath village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arjunrath?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjunrath is Arjun Rath.
What is the pincode of Arjunrath?
The pincode of Arjunrath is 263629.
What is the population of Arjunrath?
Arjunrath had a total population of 452, including 197 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Arjunrath?
Arjunrath had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arjunrath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjunrath was 81.59%. Male literacy was 96.45% and female literacy was 70.27%.