Arjunchuan - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Arjunchuan is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sankhaposh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjunchuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjunchuan is 384822. The village covers a total geographical area of 485 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Arjunchuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjunchuan
As per Census 2011, Arjunchuan village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 267 males and 287 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjunchuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 267 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 257 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 149 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 118 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Arjunchuan
Arjunchuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanbasubahal | South | 1.60 km |
| Ghusuriposh | North-West | 1.61 km |
| San-rengalbeda | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Pratappur | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Sanghatital | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Rangalbeda | West | 2.28 km |
| Lauposh | North | 2.43 km |
| Ghatital | South | 2.47 km |
| Deodebapur | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Sankendudihi | West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arjunchuan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Arjunchuan. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 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 Raurkela to Arjunchuan is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Arjunchuan is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjunchuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjunchuan 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 Arjunchuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjunchuan 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 Arjunchuan
Where is Arjunchuan located?
Arjunchuan village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjunchuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjunchuan is Sankhaposh.
What is the pincode of Arjunchuan?
The pincode of Arjunchuan is 770040.
What is the population of Arjunchuan?
Arjunchuan has a total population of 554, including 267 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Arjunchuan?
There are 117 households in Arjunchuan.
What is the literacy rate in Arjunchuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjunchuan is 45.31%. Male literacy is 55.81% and female literacy is 35.54%.