Arjunapalli - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Arjunapalli is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Baunsia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjunapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjunapalli is 411398. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Arjunapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjunapalli
As per Census 2011, Arjunapalli village has a total population of 1,144 people, consisting of 581 males and 563 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 754 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjunapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,144 | 581 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 72 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 174 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 463 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 118 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Arjunapalli
Arjunapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ektala Bira Balunkeswarpur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Mardarajpur | North | 1.56 km |
| Baunsia | West | 1.86 km |
| Nuapalli | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Patharapalli | East | 2.13 km |
| Kakudia | East | 2.16 km |
| Asinipur | West | 2.91 km |
| Athagadapatna | South | 3.15 km |
| Jagiridengapadar | North | 3.37 km |
| Pithapur | South-West | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arjunapalli
Arjunapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rambha, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kavisurjyanagar to Arjunapalli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Arjunapalli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjunapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjunapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arjunapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjunapalli 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 Arjunapalli
Where is Arjunapalli located?
Arjunapalli village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjunapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjunapalli is Baunsia.
What is the pincode of Arjunapalli?
The pincode of Arjunapalli is 761104.
What is the population of Arjunapalli?
Arjunapalli has a total population of 1,144, including 581 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Arjunapalli?
There are 233 households in Arjunapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Arjunapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjunapalli is 65.91%. Male literacy is 79.69% and female literacy is 51.69%.