Ardapal - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Ardapal is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tikiba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ardapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ardapal is 381953. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ardapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ardapal
As per Census 2011, Ardapal village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 84 males and 88 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ardapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 84 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 52 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 32 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Ardapal
Ardapal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badkhalia | West | 0.92 km |
| Chinimahul | East | 2.04 km |
| Tikiba | North | 2.08 km |
| Kendeikhol | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Amblang | South | 2.28 km |
| Kuagola | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Kendeimal | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Rankibahal | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Kasada | North | 3.86 km |
| Mukteswar | North-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ardapal
Public transport in the Ardapal is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sason, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| 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 Kochinda to Ardapal is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Ardapal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ardapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ardapal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ardapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ardapal 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 Ardapal
Where is Ardapal located?
Ardapal village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ardapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ardapal is Tikiba.
What is the pincode of Ardapal?
The pincode of Ardapal is 768107.
What is the population of Ardapal?
Ardapal has a total population of 172, including 84 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Ardapal?
There are 48 households in Ardapal.
What is the literacy rate in Ardapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ardapal is 50.00%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 38.64%.