Arota
Arota is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Arota village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arota unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Arota’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 Arota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arota is 043222. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Arota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Arota
Population of Arota
According to the 2011 Census, Arota has a total population of about 331, with approximately 146 males and 185 females. The sex ratio is around 1267 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 98 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 60.42%, with male literacy at about 69.86% and female literacy near 52.97%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 146 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 44 | 87 |
Connectivity of Arota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arota. As per the 2011 stats, Arota 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arota
Knowing the nearby villages of Arota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arota
- Where is Arota located?
- Arota village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arota?
- Arota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arota?
- The pincode of Arota is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arota is 331, with 146 males and 185 females.
- How many households are there in Arota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arota village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arota is 60.42%. The male literacy rate is 69.86%, while the female literacy rate is 52.97%.