Arada - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Arada is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Balabhadrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arada is 406878. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Arada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arada
According to the 2011 Census, Arada village had a total population of 559 people, including 288 males and 271 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.29%, with male literacy at 94.19% and female literacy at 77.73%.
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 | 559 | 288 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 243 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 45 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Arada
Arada 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 Arada
Arada 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 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 Nayagarh to Arada is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arada
Where is Arada located?
Arada village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arada?
The Gram Panchayat of Arada is Balabhadrapur.
What is the pincode of Arada?
The pincode of Arada is 752026.
What is the population of Arada?
Arada had a total population of 559, including 288 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Arada?
Arada had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arada was 86.29%. Male literacy was 94.19% and female literacy was 77.73%.