Arit
Arit is a village located in Daspur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.8km away from sub-district headquarter Daspur . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Arit village. As per 2009 stats, Benai is the gram panchayat of Arit village.
Here you can discover what makes Arit unique in its vibrant Daspur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Arit’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 Arit
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arit is 338003. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721148. Ghatal is nearest town to Arit village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Arit
Population of Arit
According to the 2011 Census, Arit has a total population of about 3,100, with approximately 1,580 males and 1,520 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 347 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 965 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 70.81%, with male literacy at about 77.66% and female literacy near 63.68%. There are around 637 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arit's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,100 | 1,580 | 1,520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 185 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 965 | 486 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,195 | 1,227 | 968 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 353 | 552 |
Connectivity of Arit
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arit. As per the 2011 stats, Arit had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arit
Knowing the nearby villages of Arit helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arit
- Where is Arit located?
- Arit village is situated in Daspur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arit?
- The Gram Panchayat of Arit is Benai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Arit?
- The pincode of Arit is 721148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arit is 3,100, with 1,580 males and 1,520 females.
- How many households are there in Arit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arit village has a total of 637 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arit as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arit is 70.81%. The male literacy rate is 77.66%, while the female literacy rate is 63.68%.