Araganda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Araganda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Polama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Araganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araganda is 425642. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Araganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araganda
As per Census 2011, Araganda village has a total population of 47 people, consisting of 17 males and 30 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,764 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 47 | 17 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 17 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 17 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Araganda
Araganda 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 Araganda
Araganda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rayagada to Araganda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Araganda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araganda 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 Araganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araganda 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 Araganda
Where is Araganda located?
Araganda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Araganda is Polama.
What is the pincode of Araganda?
The pincode of Araganda is 765016.
What is the population of Araganda?
Araganda has a total population of 47, including 17 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Araganda?
There are 11 households in Araganda.