Arjunda - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Arjunda is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Banjipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjunda is 380756. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Arjunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjunda
As per Census 2011, Arjunda village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 140 males and 123 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 140 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 95 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 45 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Arjunda
Arjunda 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 Arjunda
Arjunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Arjunda is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Arjunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arjunda
Where is Arjunda located?
Arjunda village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjunda is Banjipali.
What is the pincode of Arjunda?
The pincode of Arjunda is 768052.
What is the population of Arjunda?
Arjunda has a total population of 263, including 140 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Arjunda?
There are 65 households in Arjunda.
What is the literacy rate in Arjunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjunda is 58.17%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 47.15%.