Aringi - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Aringi is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Gunthawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aringi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aringi is 430663. The village covers a total geographical area of 888 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Aringi 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 Aringi
As per Census 2011, Aringi village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 53 males and 72 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,358 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aringi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 53 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 33 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Aringi
Aringi 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 Aringi
Public transport in the Aringi 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 Aringi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Aringi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aringi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aringi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aringi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aringi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aringi
Where is Aringi located?
Aringi village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aringi?
The Gram Panchayat of Aringi is Gunthawada.
What is the pincode of Aringi?
The pincode of Aringi is 764052.
What is the population of Aringi?
Aringi has a total population of 125, including 53 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Aringi?
There are 31 households in Aringi.
What is the literacy rate in Aringi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aringi is 26.40%. Male literacy is 37.74% and female literacy is 18.06%.