Arapaju

Arapaju is a village located in Phulabani tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Phulabani (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Duduki is the gram panchayat of Arapaju village.

Here you can discover what makes Arapaju unique in its vibrant Phulabani-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Arapaju’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Arapaju

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arapaju is 415477. The village spans a total geographical area of 429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762002. Phulabani is nearest town to Arapaju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Arapaju

According to the 2011 Census, Arapaju has a total population of about 586, with approximately 284 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 1063 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 172 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 414. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.85%, with male literacy at about 70.07% and female literacy near 32.78%. There are around 153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arapaju's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 586 284 302
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 94 38 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 172 88 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 414 196 218
Literate Population 298 199 99
Illiterate Population 288 85 203

Connectivity of Arapaju

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arapaju. As per the 2011 stats, Arapaju had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Arapaju

Knowing the nearby villages of Arapaju helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arapaju.

Frequently Asked Questions about Arapaju

Where is Arapaju located?
Arapaju village is situated in Phulabani Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Arapaju is Duduki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Arapaju?
The pincode of Arapaju is 762002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Arapaju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arapaju is 586, with 284 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Arapaju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arapaju village has a total of 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arapaju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arapaju is 50.85%. The male literacy rate is 70.07%, while the female literacy rate is 32.78%.