Arebeda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Arebeda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ranamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arebeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arebeda is 424086. The village covers a total geographical area of 439 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Arebeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arebeda
As per Census 2011, Arebeda village has a total population of 1,465 people, consisting of 717 males and 748 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 795 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 523 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arebeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,465 | 717 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 139 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 523 | 251 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 480 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 237 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Arebeda
Arebeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thelkomunda | West | 1.51 km |
| Nuagaon | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Bhalubutura | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Ranamal | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Umer | South | 3.37 km |
| Badatemari | North | 3.46 km |
| Mandal | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Matualguda | West | 3.75 km |
| Bhainri | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Bindhaniguda | North-East | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arebeda
Arebeda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Arebeda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Arebeda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arebeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arebeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arebeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arebeda 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 Arebeda
Where is Arebeda located?
Arebeda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arebeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Arebeda is Ranamal.
What is the pincode of Arebeda?
The pincode of Arebeda is 766017.
What is the population of Arebeda?
Arebeda has a total population of 1,465, including 717 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Arebeda?
There are 398 households in Arebeda.
What is the literacy rate in Arebeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arebeda is 54.27%. Male literacy is 66.95% and female literacy is 42.11%.