Arakhapur

Arakhapur is a village located in Purusottampur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Purusottampur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Arakhapur village is also a gram panchayat.

Arakhapur has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Arakhapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arakhapur is 412174. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761041. Purusottampur is nearest town to Arakhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Arakhapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aska Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Arakhapur

Below is a concise population overview of Arakhapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,530 1,693 1,837
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 414 216 198
Scheduled Castes (SC) 728 346 382
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,936 1,041 895
Illiterate Population 1,594 652 942

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arakhapur village:

  • The total population of Arakhapur village is around 3,530, including approximately 1,693 males and 1,837 females, with a sex ratio of 1085 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 414 children aged 0–6 years in Arakhapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Arakhapur village has 728 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Arakhapur village is about 54.84%, with male literacy at 61.49% and female literacy at 48.72%.
  • There are around 755 households in Arakhapur village.

Connectivity of Arakhapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arakhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Arakhapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Arakhapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Arakhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arakhapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Arakhapur

Where is Arakhapur located?
Arakhapur village is situated in Purusottampur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arakhapur?
Arakhapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Arakhapur?
The pincode of Arakhapur is 761041, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Arakhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arakhapur is 3,530, with 1,693 males and 1,837 females.
How many households are there in Arakhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arakhapur village has a total of 755 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arakhapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arakhapur is 54.84%. The male literacy rate is 61.49%, while the female literacy rate is 48.72%.