Arnia
{{Infobox settlement
| name = Arnia
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| settlement_type = City
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| pushpin_map_caption = Location in Jammu and Kashmir, India
| coordinates = 32.52°N 74.8°E
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Geography
Arnia is located at 32.52°N 74.8°E.[1] It has an average elevation of 269 metres (882 feet).
Demographics
As of 2001 India census,[2] Arnia had a population of 9057. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Arnia has an average literacy rate of 65%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with 57% of the males and 43% of females literate. 12% of the population is under 6 years of age.
Religion
Hindu 98.64%, Sikh 0.55%, and Muslim 0.07%, [3]
Border conflicts
In recent years, Arnia has been subject to cease fire violations by Pakistan which has led to killing of civilians and destruction of villagers' properties.[4]
References
- "Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Arnia". Retrieved 2 October 2014.
- "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 16 June 2004. Retrieved 1 November 2008.
- http://www.census2011.co.in
- "Schools Shut In Jammu And Kashmir's Arnia After Pakistan Violates Ceasefire". NDTV.com. Retrieved 18 October 2017.