Arota - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Arota is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 78 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Arota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arota is 043222. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.6 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Arota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arota
As per Census 2011, Arota village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 146 males and 185 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,267 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 146 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 44 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Arota
Arota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tyuna | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Rasoli | South | 1.46 km |
| Pabela | West | 1.50 km |
| Gurai | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Chyali | East | 1.54 km |
| Khateli | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Mathiyan Gaon | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Jhanau | West | 2.35 km |
| Tyalani | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Sisai | South | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arota
Arota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Devprayag to Arota is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Arota is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Arota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arota 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 Arota
Where is Arota located?
Arota village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arota?
Arota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arota?
The pincode of Arota is 249122.
What is the population of Arota?
Arota has a total population of 331, including 146 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Arota?
There are 78 households in Arota.
What is the literacy rate in Arota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arota is 60.42%. Male literacy is 69.86% and female literacy is 52.97%.