Arlikota - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Arlikota is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arlikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arlikota is 428656. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Arlikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arlikota
As per Census 2011, Arlikota village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 60 males and 50 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arlikota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 16 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 44 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Arlikota
Arlikota 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 Arlikota
Public transport in the Arlikota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Arlikota is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Arlikota is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arlikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arlikota 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Arlikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arlikota 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 Arlikota
Where is Arlikota located?
Arlikota village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arlikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Arlikota is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Arlikota?
The pincode of Arlikota is 764014.
What is the population of Arlikota?
Arlikota has a total population of 110, including 60 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Arlikota?
There are 20 households in Arlikota.
What is the literacy rate in Arlikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arlikota is 16.36%. Male literacy is 26.67% and female literacy is 4.00%.