Arashini
Arashini is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Arashini village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Changual is the gram panchayat of Arashini village.
Here you can discover what makes Arashini unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Arashini’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 Arashini
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arashini is 341723. The village spans a total geographical area of 243.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Arashini village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Arashini
Population of Arashini
According to the 2011 Census, Arashini has a total population of about 2,029, with approximately 1,031 males and 998 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 556 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 927. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.34%, with male literacy at about 57.61% and female literacy near 46.89%. There are around 492 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arashini's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,029 | 1,031 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 136 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 556 | 282 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 927 | 465 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 594 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 437 | 530 |
Connectivity of Arashini
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arashini. As per the 2011 stats, Arashini 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 Arashini
Knowing the nearby villages of Arashini helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arashini.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arashini
- Where is Arashini located?
- Arashini village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arashini?
- The Gram Panchayat of Arashini is Changual (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Arashini?
- The pincode of Arashini is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arashini as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arashini is 2,029, with 1,031 males and 998 females.
- How many households are there in Arashini as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arashini village has a total of 492 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arashini as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arashini is 52.34%. The male literacy rate is 57.61%, while the female literacy rate is 46.89%.