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
As per Census 2011, Arnamala village has a total population of 628 people, consisting of 324 males and 304 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arnamala are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 628, including 324 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Arnamala?
There are 148 households in Arnamala.
What is the literacy rate in Arnamala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arnamala is 59.39%. Male literacy is 65.43% and female literacy is 52.96%.