Arnamala - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Arnamala is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Bhejangiwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arnamala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arnamala is 431004. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Arnamala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arnamala
According to the 2011 Census, Arnamala village had a total population of 628 people, including 324 males and 304 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.82%, with male literacy at 77.09% and female literacy at 60.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 628 | 324 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 129 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 212 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 112 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Arnamala
Arnamala 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 Arnamala
Arnamala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Arnamala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Arnamala 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 Arnamala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arnamala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Arnamala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arnamala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arnamala
Where is Arnamala located?
Arnamala village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arnamala?
The Gram Panchayat of Arnamala is Bhejangiwada.
What is the pincode of Arnamala?
The pincode of Arnamala is 764086.
What is the population of Arnamala?
Arnamala had a total population of 628, including 324 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Arnamala?
Arnamala had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arnamala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arnamala was 68.82%. Male literacy was 77.09% and female literacy was 60.30%.