Arasa - Naugaon, Jagatsinghapur
Arasa is a village situated in the Naugaon tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugaon and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Bachhalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arasa is 398157. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 754109 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Arasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatsinghpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Arasa
According to the 2011 Census, Arasa village had a total population of 402 people, including 188 males and 214 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.20%, with male literacy at 95.15% and female literacy at 83.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 402 | 188 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 157 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 31 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Arasa
Arasa 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 Arasa
Arasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Arasa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arasa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arasa
Where is Arasa located?
Arasa village is located in Naugaon Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Arasa is Bachhalo.
What is the pincode of Arasa?
The pincode of Arasa is 754109.
What is the population of Arasa?
Arasa had a total population of 402, including 188 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Arasa?
Arasa had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arasa was 89.20%. Male literacy was 95.15% and female literacy was 83.96%.