Arnabeta - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Arnabeta is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Paparmetla and around 165 km from Malkangiri . Badapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arnabeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arnabeta is 430708. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Arnabeta 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 Arnabeta
According to the 2011 Census, Arnabeta village had a total population of 380 people, including 188 males and 192 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.05%, with male literacy at 21.57% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 353.
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 | 380 | 188 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 174 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 155 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Arnabeta
Arnabeta 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 Arnabeta
Arnabeta 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 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 Balimela to Arnabeta is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Arnabeta is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arnabeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arnabeta 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 Arnabeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arnabeta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arnabeta
Where is Arnabeta located?
Arnabeta village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arnabeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Arnabeta is Badapada.
What is the pincode of Arnabeta?
The pincode of Arnabeta is 764051.
What is the population of Arnabeta?
Arnabeta had a total population of 380, including 188 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Arnabeta?
Arnabeta had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arnabeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arnabeta was 19.05%. Male literacy was 21.57% and female literacy was 16.67%.