Arasahi - Rayagada, Gajapati

Arasahi is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from Garabandha and around 85 km from Paralakhemundi. Kerandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arasahi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Arasahi is 414907. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 761215 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.

Arasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Arasahi

According to the 2011 Census, Arasahi village had a total population of 235 people, including 109 males and 126 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.72%, with male literacy at 45.68% and female literacy at 13.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 235.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Arasahi

Arasahi 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Arasahi

Arasahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Summadevi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 143.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Arasahi is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Arasahi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Arasahi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arasahi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Arasahi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arasahi village are given below:

FAQs about Arasahi