Araput - Nandapur, Koraput
Araput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Nandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araput is 429861. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Araput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araput
According to the 2011 Census, Araput village had a total population of 183 people, including 91 males and 92 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.76%, with male literacy at 54.88% and female literacy at 14.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 183 | 91 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 91 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 45 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 46 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Araput
Araput 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 Araput
Public transport in the Araput is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Araput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Araput is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Araput is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Araput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araput 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Araput
Where is Araput located?
Araput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Araput?
The Gram Panchayat of Araput is Nandapur.
What is the pincode of Araput?
The pincode of Araput is 764037.
What is the population of Araput?
Araput had a total population of 183, including 91 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Araput?
Araput had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araput was 34.76%. Male literacy was 54.88% and female literacy was 14.63%.