Ara - Kalsi, Dehradun
Ara is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Aara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ara is 044869. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.07 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Ara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ara
According to the 2011 Census, Ara village had a total population of 659 people, including 411 males and 248 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 603 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.45%, with male literacy at 84.05% and female literacy at 65.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 329.
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 | 659 | 411 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 170 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 311 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 100 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Ara
Ara 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 Ara
Ara 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Ara is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Ara is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ara
Where is Ara located?
Ara village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ara is Aara.
What is the pincode of Ara?
The pincode of Ara is 248001.
What is the population of Ara?
Ara had a total population of 659, including 411 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Ara?
Ara had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ara was 77.45%. Male literacy was 84.05% and female literacy was 65.35%.