Arla - Bisra, Sundargarh
Arla is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bad Bambua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arla is 384501. The village covers a total geographical area of 282 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Arla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arla
As per Census 2011, Arla village has a total population of 826 people, consisting of 455 males and 371 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 575 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 455 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 575 | 336 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 333 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 122 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Arla
Arla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukuda | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Sanbiringajhar | South | 1.41 km |
| Badabamua | West | 2.12 km |
| Sanbambua | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Ajeikela | North | 2.64 km |
| Kulenbahal | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Theteiposh | North | 2.79 km |
| Jaraikela | East | 2.81 km |
| Dhatkidihi | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Biringajhar | South-West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arla
Arla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaraikela, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Arla is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Arla is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arla 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 Arla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arla 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Arla
Where is Arla located?
Arla village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arla?
The Gram Panchayat of Arla is Bad Bambua.
What is the pincode of Arla?
The pincode of Arla is 770036.
What is the population of Arla?
Arla has a total population of 826, including 455 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Arla?
There are 116 households in Arla.
What is the literacy rate in Arla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arla is 64.41%. Male literacy is 73.19% and female literacy is 53.64%.