Aruhapal - Bhograi, Balasore
Aruhapal is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Bhograi and around 88 km from Baleshwar. Sankhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aruhapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aruhapal is 391788. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Aruhapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aruhapal
As per Census 2011, Aruhapal village has a total population of 840 people, consisting of 452 males and 388 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aruhapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 452 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 380 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 72 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Aruhapal
Aruhapal 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 Aruhapal
Public transport in the Aruhapal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Aruhapal is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Aruhapal is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aruhapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aruhapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aruhapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aruhapal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Aruhapal
Where is Aruhapal located?
Aruhapal village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aruhapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Aruhapal is Sankhari.
What is the pincode of Aruhapal?
The pincode of Aruhapal is 756037.
What is the population of Aruhapal?
Aruhapal has a total population of 840, including 452 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Aruhapal?
There are 200 households in Aruhapal.
What is the literacy rate in Aruhapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aruhapal is 78.33%. Male literacy is 84.07% and female literacy is 71.65%.