Arilo - Nimapada, Puri
Arilo is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arilo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arilo is 408960. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Arilo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arilo
According to the 2011 Census, Arilo village had a total population of 656 people, including 341 males and 315 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.63%, with male literacy at 97.03% and female literacy at 89.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 656 | 341 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 294 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 47 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Arilo
Arilo 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 Arilo
Arilo 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Arilo is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Arilo is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arilo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arilo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Arilo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arilo 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arilo
Where is Arilo located?
Arilo village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arilo?
The Gram Panchayat of Arilo is Dhaleswar.
What is the pincode of Arilo?
The pincode of Arilo is 752114.
What is the population of Arilo?
Arilo had a total population of 656, including 341 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Arilo?
Arilo had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arilo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arilo was 93.63%. Male literacy was 97.03% and female literacy was 89.93%.