Arma - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Arma is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from Phulabani and around 42 km from Phulbani. Bilabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arma is 415327. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 762024 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Arma 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 Arma
As per Census 2011, Arma village has a total population of 9 people, consisting of 3 males and 6 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 2,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 4 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | - | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Arma
Arma 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 Arma
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Arma.
| 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 Arma is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Arma is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arma 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 Arma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arma 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 Arma
Where is Arma located?
Arma village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arma?
The Gram Panchayat of Arma is Bilabadi.
What is the pincode of Arma?
The pincode of Arma is 762024.
What is the population of Arma?
Arma has a total population of 9, including 3 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Arma?
There are 3 households in Arma.
What is the literacy rate in Arma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arma is 55.56%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 33.33%.