Arkeikela - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Arkeikela is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Banei and around 181 km from Sundargarh. Rajamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arkeikela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arkeikela is 385110. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 770038 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Arkeikela 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 Arkeikela
As per Census 2011, Arkeikela village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 175 males and 182 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 230 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arkeikela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 175 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 123 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 52 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Arkeikela
Arkeikela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gargadia | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Bad-tumkela | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Kenapali | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Jamumal (jammal) | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Deoposh | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Deogaon | South | 1.98 km |
| Kaliaposh | West | 2.11 km |
| Gamlei | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Saradhapur | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Rajamunda | North | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arkeikela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Arkeikela. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Raurkela to Arkeikela is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Arkeikela is about 181 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arkeikela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arkeikela 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 Arkeikela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arkeikela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arkeikela
Where is Arkeikela located?
Arkeikela village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arkeikela?
The Gram Panchayat of Arkeikela is Rajamunda.
What is the pincode of Arkeikela?
The pincode of Arkeikela is 770038.
What is the population of Arkeikela?
Arkeikela has a total population of 357, including 175 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Arkeikela?
There are 89 households in Arkeikela.
What is the literacy rate in Arkeikela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arkeikela is 64.43%. Male literacy is 70.29% and female literacy is 58.79%.