Areigudi - Bheden, Bargarh
Areigudi is a village situated in the Bheden tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bheden and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Areigudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Areigudi is 380568. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 768104 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Areigudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Areigudi
As per Census 2011, Areigudi village has a total population of 1,444 people, consisting of 733 males and 711 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,050 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Areigudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,444 | 733 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 202 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 593 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 140 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Areigudi
Areigudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ichhapadar | North | 1.31 km |
| Guduramunda | East | 1.46 km |
| Salhepali | South | 1.52 km |
| Baseikela | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Resham | West | 2.14 km |
| Ainlapali | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Padhanpali | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Hiromunda | East | 3.10 km |
| Bagdia | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Gurupali | North-East | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Areigudi
Areigudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Areigudi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Areigudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Areigudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Areigudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Areigudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Areigudi
Where is Areigudi located?
Areigudi village is located in Bheden Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Areigudi?
Areigudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Areigudi?
The pincode of Areigudi is 768104.
What is the population of Areigudi?
Areigudi has a total population of 1,444, including 733 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Areigudi?
There are 339 households in Areigudi.
What is the literacy rate in Areigudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Areigudi is 72.71%. Male literacy is 80.90% and female literacy is 64.28%.