Arapaju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Arapaju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Arapaju village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arapaju is 415596. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Arapaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arapaju
As per Census 2011, Arapaju village has a total population of 688 people, consisting of 338 males and 350 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arapaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 338 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 155 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 240 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 98 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Arapaju
Arapaju 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 Arapaju
Public transport in the Arapaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Arapaju is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Arapaju is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arapaju 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 Arapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arapaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arapaju
Where is Arapaju located?
Arapaju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arapaju?
Arapaju is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arapaju?
The pincode of Arapaju is 762012.
What is the population of Arapaju?
Arapaju has a total population of 688, including 338 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Arapaju?
There are 177 households in Arapaju.
What is the literacy rate in Arapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arapaju is 57.56%. Male literacy is 71.01% and female literacy is 44.57%.