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.
Arapaju has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Arapaju as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arapaju village:
- The total population of Arapaju village is around 586, including approximately 284 males and 302 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Arapaju village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arapaju village has 172 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 414 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arapaju village is about 50.85%, with male literacy at 70.07% and female literacy at 32.78%.
- There are around 153 households in Arapaju village.
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%.