Arunajholi - Padmapur, Rayagada
Arunajholi is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Padmapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arunajholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arunajholi is 427118. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Arunajholi 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 Arunajholi
According to the 2011 Census, Arunajholi village had a total population of 695 people, including 350 males and 345 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.06%, with male literacy at 80.83% and female literacy at 67.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 695 | 350 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 253 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 97 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Arunajholi
Arunajholi 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 Arunajholi
Arunajholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Arunajholi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Arunajholi is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arunajholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arunajholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Arunajholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arunajholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Arunajholi
Where is Arunajholi located?
Arunajholi village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arunajholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Arunajholi is Padmapur.
What is the pincode of Arunajholi?
The pincode of Arunajholi is 765025.
What is the population of Arunajholi?
Arunajholi had a total population of 695, including 350 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Arunajholi?
Arunajholi had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arunajholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arunajholi was 74.06%. Male literacy was 80.83% and female literacy was 67.00%.