Argan - Debagarh, Deogarh
Argan is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Reamal and around 40 km from Debagarh. Sodo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Argan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Argan is 383292. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Argan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Argan
According to the 2011 Census, Argan village had a total population of 129 people, including 67 males and 62 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.64%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 35 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Argan
Argan 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 Argan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Argan.
| 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 Debagarh to Argan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Argan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Argan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Argan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Argan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Argan 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 Argan
Where is Argan located?
Argan village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Argan?
The Gram Panchayat of Argan is Sodo.
What is the pincode of Argan?
The pincode of Argan is 768109.
What is the population of Argan?
Argan had a total population of 129, including 67 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Argan?
Argan had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Argan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Argan was 53.64%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 50.00%.