Arapadar - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Arapadar is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 110 km from Jodamba and around 130 km from Malkangiri . Andrapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arapadar is 430777. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Arapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arapadar
As per Census 2011, Arapadar village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 166 males and 188 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 166 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 164 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 76 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 90 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Arapadar
Arapadar 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 Arapadar
Arapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balimela to Arapadar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Arapadar is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arapadar 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 Arapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arapadar 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 Arapadar
Where is Arapadar located?
Arapadar village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Arapadar is Andrapalli.
What is the pincode of Arapadar?
The pincode of Arapadar is 764052.
What is the population of Arapadar?
Arapadar has a total population of 354, including 166 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Arapadar?
There are 82 households in Arapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Arapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arapadar is 33.90%. Male literacy is 45.78% and female literacy is 23.40%.