Arsha
About Arsha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Arsha village is 331185. Arsha village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 26.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Arsha village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 326.99 hectares. Arsha has a total population of 5,958 peoples, out of which male population is 3,057 while female population is 2,901. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of arsha village is 45.74% out of which 60.09% males and 30.61% females are literate. There are about 1,105 houses in arsha village. Pincode of arsha village locality is 723216.
When it comes to administration, Arsha village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Arsha village comes under Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to arsha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Arsha
The population details of Arsha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,958 | 3,057 | 2,901 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,047 | 525 | 522 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 664 | 332 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 2,725 | 1,837 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,233 | 1,220 | 2,013 |
Connectivity of Arsha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arsha
Where is Arsha located?
Arsha village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arsha?
Arsha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Arsha?
The pincode of Arsha is 723216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Arsha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arsha is 5,958, with 3,057 males and 2,901 females.
How many households are there in Arsha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arsha village has a total of 1,105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arsha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arsha is 45.74%. The male literacy rate is 60.09%, while the female literacy rate is 30.61%.