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.
Here you can discover what makes Argara unique in its vibrant Potashpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Argara’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 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.
Google Map of Argara
Population of Argara
According to the 2011 Census, Argara has a total population of about 1,035, with approximately 530 males and 505 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 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 84.73%, with male literacy at about 89.25% and female literacy near 80.00%. There are around 236 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Argara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.