Arama - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Arama is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arama is 425032. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Arama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arama
According to the 2011 Census, Arama village had a total population of 56 people, including 25 males and 31 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,240 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.50%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Arama
Arama 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 Arama
Public transport in the Arama 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 Rayagada to Arama is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Arama is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arama 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Arama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arama
Where is Arama located?
Arama village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arama?
The Gram Panchayat of Arama is Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Arama?
The pincode of Arama is 765020.
What is the population of Arama?
Arama had a total population of 56, including 25 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Arama?
Arama had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arama was 27.50%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 16.67%.