Arachitguda - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Arachitguda is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Dabugan and around 45 km from Nabarangapur . Dhamanaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arachitguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arachitguda is 427590. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Arachitguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arachitguda
As per Census 2011, Arachitguda village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 315 males and 325 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 452 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arachitguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 315 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 57 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 224 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 194 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 121 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Arachitguda
Arachitguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chargam | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Tipaguda | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Holadiguda | North | 2.48 km |
| Siunaguda | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Dhamanaguda | South | 3.41 km |
| Butiaguda | East | 3.43 km |
| Chalanguda | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Medana | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Khutubai | South | 4.17 km |
| Nagajodi | South-West | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arachitguda
Arachitguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Arachitguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Arachitguda 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 Arachitguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arachitguda 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 Arachitguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arachitguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arachitguda
Where is Arachitguda located?
Arachitguda village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arachitguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Arachitguda is Dhamanaguda.
What is the pincode of Arachitguda?
The pincode of Arachitguda is 764072.
What is the population of Arachitguda?
Arachitguda has a total population of 640, including 315 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Arachitguda?
There are 144 households in Arachitguda.
What is the literacy rate in Arachitguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arachitguda is 45.94%. Male literacy is 61.59% and female literacy is 30.77%.