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
According to the 2011 Census, Aruhapal village had a total population of 840 people, including 452 males and 388 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.04%, with male literacy at 92.68% and female literacy at 80.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 452 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 840, including 452 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Aruhapal?
Aruhapal had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aruhapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aruhapal was 87.04%. Male literacy was 92.68% and female literacy was 80.35%.