Arpora - Bardez, North Goa
Arpora is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Arpora-nagoa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arpora is 626673. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.84 hectares and falls under the 403516 pincode.
Arpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Calangute Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arpora
As per Census 2011, Arpora village has a total population of 3,255 people, consisting of 1,648 males and 1,607 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,657 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arpora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,255 | 1,648 | 1,607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 157 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,657 | 1,408 | 1,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 240 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Arpora
Arpora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Arpora
Arpora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Arpora is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arpora
Where is Arpora located?
Arpora village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arpora?
The Gram Panchayat of Arpora is Arpora-nagoa.
What is the pincode of Arpora?
The pincode of Arpora is 403516.
What is the population of Arpora?
Arpora has a total population of 3,255, including 1,648 males and 1,607 females.
How many households are there in Arpora?
There are 834 households in Arpora.
What is the literacy rate in Arpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arpora is 81.63%. Male literacy is 85.44% and female literacy is 77.72%.