Arita

Arita is a village located in Purulia Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.2km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Arita village. As per 2009 stats, Agoya Narra is the gram panchayat of Arita village.

Arita 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 Arita

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arita is 329971. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Purulia is nearest town to Arita village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Arita

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,216 1,117 1,099
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 352 178 174
Scheduled Castes (SC) 272 133 139
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 101 54 47
Literate Population 1,103 670 433
Illiterate Population 1,113 447 666

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

  • The total population of Arita village is around 2,216, including approximately 1,117 males and 1,099 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Arita village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Arita village has 272 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 101 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Arita village is about 49.77%, with male literacy at 59.98% and female literacy at 39.40%.
  • There are around 419 households in Arita village.

Connectivity of Arita

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

Nearby Villages of Arita

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Arita

Where is Arita located?
Arita village is situated in Purulia Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arita?
The Gram Panchayat of Arita is Agoya Narra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Arita?
The pincode of Arita is 723126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Arita as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arita is 2,216, with 1,117 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Arita as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arita village has a total of 419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arita as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arita is 49.77%. The male literacy rate is 59.98%, while the female literacy rate is 39.40%.