Arkali

Arkali is a village located in Jhalda Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.4km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 38.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bamniya Belyadih is the gram panchayat of Arkali village.

Arkali 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 Arkali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arkali is 331464. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723213. Jhalda is nearest town to Arkali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Arkali

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 812 434 378
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 84 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 219 114 105
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 40 25 15
Literate Population 272 211 61
Illiterate Population 540 223 317

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

  • The total population of Arkali village is around 812, including approximately 434 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Arkali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Arkali village has 219 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 40 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Arkali village is about 33.50%, with male literacy at 48.62% and female literacy at 16.14%.
  • There are around 150 households in Arkali village.

Connectivity of Arkali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arkali. As per the 2011 stats, Arkali 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Arkali

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

Chhota Hankol Bara Hankol Bamania Nalkapi Shalgram Kanudi Matkuma Chitarpur Alias Kokarkhap Tiraldi Alias Goaladi Murulahar Jiudaru

Frequently Asked Questions about Arkali

Where is Arkali located?
Arkali village is situated in Jhalda Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arkali?
The Gram Panchayat of Arkali is Bamniya Belyadih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Arkali?
The pincode of Arkali is 723213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Arkali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arkali is 812, with 434 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Arkali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arkali village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arkali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arkali is 33.50%. The male literacy rate is 48.62%, while the female literacy rate is 16.14%.