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.
Arashini has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Arashini as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arashini village:
- The total population of Arashini village is around 2,029, including approximately 1,031 males and 998 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Arashini village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arashini village has 556 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 927 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arashini village is about 52.34%, with male literacy at 57.61% and female literacy at 46.89%.
- There are around 492 households in Arashini village.
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%.