Arbail - Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Arbail is a village situated in the Yellapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yellapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Idgundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arbail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arbail is 602926. The village covers a total geographical area of 3342.75 hectares and falls under the 581337 pincode. Yellapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Arbail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yellapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arbail
As per Census 2011, Arbail village has a total population of 1,117 people, consisting of 568 males and 549 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 874 literate and 243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arbail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | 568 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 49 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 478 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 90 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Arbail
Arbail is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabaguli | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Telangar | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Ambagaon | West | 4.37 km |
| Hulagan | North-East | 4.40 km |
| K0madi | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Kelashi | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Gullapur | South-West | 4.80 km |
| Vajralli | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Idagundi | North | 5.44 km |
| Sulagar | East | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arbail
Arbail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ankola, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Yellapur to Arbail is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Arbail is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arbail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arbail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arbail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arbail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arbail
Where is Arbail located?
Arbail village is located in Yellapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arbail?
The Gram Panchayat of Arbail is Idgundi.
What is the pincode of Arbail?
The pincode of Arbail is 581337.
What is the population of Arbail?
Arbail has a total population of 1,117, including 568 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Arbail?
There are 277 households in Arbail.
What is the literacy rate in Arbail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arbail is 78.25%. Male literacy is 84.15% and female literacy is 72.13%.