Araskupa - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Araskupa is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araskupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araskupa is 422483. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Araskupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araskupa
According to the 2011 Census, Araskupa village had a total population of 128 people, including 58 males and 70 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 74.00% and female literacy at 41.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 128 | 58 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 37 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 21 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Araskupa
Araskupa 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 Araskupa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Araskupa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Araskupa is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araskupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araskupa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Araskupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araskupa 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 Araskupa
Where is Araskupa located?
Araskupa village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Araskupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Araskupa is Manikera.
What is the pincode of Araskupa?
The pincode of Araskupa is 766102.
What is the population of Araskupa?
Araskupa had a total population of 128, including 58 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Araskupa?
Araskupa had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araskupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araskupa was 57.14%. Male literacy was 74.00% and female literacy was 41.82%.