Arari - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Arari is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Airari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arari is 049608. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.67 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 70 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 Gangolihat 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 589 people, consisting of 267 males and 322 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 267 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 62 | 127 |
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
Arari 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Arari is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Arari is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arari
Where is Arari located?
Arari village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arari?
The Gram Panchayat of Arari is Airari.
What is the pincode of Arari?
The pincode of Arari is 262531.
What is the population of Arari?
Arari has a total population of 589, including 267 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Arari?
There are 136 households in Arari.
What is the literacy rate in Arari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arari is 67.91%. Male literacy is 76.78% and female literacy is 60.56%.