Arabad
Arabad is a village located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.9km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 26.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sukurhutu is the gram panchayat of Arabad village.
Arabad has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Arabad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arabad is 331794. The village spans a total geographical area of 256.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723127. Puruliya is nearest town to Arabad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Arabad
Below is a concise population overview of Arabad 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 | 820 | 399 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 238 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 161 | 267 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arabad village:
- The total population of Arabad village is around 820, including approximately 399 males and 421 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Arabad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arabad village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arabad village is about 47.80%, with male literacy at 59.65% and female literacy at 36.58%.
- There are around 138 households in Arabad village.
Connectivity of Arabad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arabad. As per the 2011 stats, Arabad 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 Arabad
Knowing the nearby villages of Arabad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arabad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arabad
- Where is Arabad located?
- Arabad village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arabad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Arabad is Sukurhutu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Arabad?
- The pincode of Arabad is 723127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arabad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arabad is 820, with 399 males and 421 females.
- How many households are there in Arabad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arabad village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arabad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arabad is 47.80%. The male literacy rate is 59.65%, while the female literacy rate is 36.58%.