Arari Bist - Syalde, Almora
Arari Bist is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Sult and around 180 km from Almora. Aradi Bisht serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arari Bist village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arari Bist is 052066. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.7 hectares and falls under the 263665 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Arari Bist village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arari Bist
According to the 2011 Census, Arari Bist village had a total population of 553 people, including 256 males and 297 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.48%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 66.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 553 | 256 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 195 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 61 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Arari Bist
Arari Bist 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 Bist
Arari Bist is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ramnagar to Arari Bist is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Arari Bist is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arari Bist
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arari Bist village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arari Bist
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 Bist 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Arari Bist
Where is Arari Bist located?
Arari Bist village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arari Bist?
The Gram Panchayat of Arari Bist is Aradi Bisht.
What is the pincode of Arari Bist?
The pincode of Arari Bist is 263665.
What is the population of Arari Bist?
Arari Bist had a total population of 553, including 256 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Arari Bist?
Arari Bist had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arari Bist?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arari Bist was 76.48%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 66.30%.