Arkhund

Arkhund is a village located in Jakholi tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Jakholi (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Arkhund village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Arkhund unique in its vibrant Jakholi-Rudraprayag region. You’ll see Arkhund’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Arkhund

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arkhund is 042738. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246425. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Arkhund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

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Population of Arkhund

According to the 2011 Census, Arkhund has a total population of about 833, with approximately 401 males and 432 females. The sex ratio is around 1077 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.23%, with male literacy at about 86.53% and female literacy near 72.45%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arkhund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 833 401 432
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 88 47 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 118 61 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 660 347 313
Illiterate Population 173 54 119

Connectivity of Arkhund

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arkhund. As per the 2011 stats, Arkhund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Arkhund

Knowing the nearby villages of Arkhund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arkhund.

Frequently Asked Questions about Arkhund

Where is Arkhund located?
Arkhund village is situated in Jakholi Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arkhund?
Arkhund serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Arkhund?
The pincode of Arkhund is 246425, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Arkhund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arkhund is 833, with 401 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Arkhund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arkhund village has a total of 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arkhund as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arkhund is 79.23%. The male literacy rate is 86.53%, while the female literacy rate is 72.45%.