Argara

Argara is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Argara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gokulpur is the gram panchayat of Argara village.

Argara has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Argara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Argara is 344912. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721439. Egra is nearest town to Argara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Argara

Below is a concise population overview of Argara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,035 530 505
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 45 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 7 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 877 473 404
Illiterate Population 158 57 101

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Argara village:

  • The total population of Argara village is around 1,035, including approximately 530 males and 505 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Argara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Argara village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Argara village is about 84.73%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 80.00%.
  • There are around 236 households in Argara village.

Connectivity of Argara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Argara. As per the 2011 stats, Argara 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Argara

Knowing the nearby villages of Argara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Argara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Argara

Where is Argara located?
Argara village is situated in Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Argara?
The Gram Panchayat of Argara is Gokulpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Argara?
The pincode of Argara is 721439, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Argara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Argara is 1,035, with 530 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Argara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Argara village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Argara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Argara is 84.73%. The male literacy rate is 89.25%, while the female literacy rate is 80.00%.