Ariapota - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Ariapota is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Manjusree serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ariapota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ariapota is 346770. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.72 hectares and falls under the 721429 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ariapota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ariapota
According to the 2011 Census, Ariapota village had a total population of 677 people, including 354 males and 323 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.17%, with male literacy at 98.19% and female literacy at 91.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 677 | 354 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 326 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 28 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Ariapota
Ariapota 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 Ariapota
Ariapota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Egra to Ariapota is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ariapota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ariapota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ariapota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ariapota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ariapota
Where is Ariapota located?
Ariapota village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ariapota?
The Gram Panchayat of Ariapota is Manjusree.
What is the pincode of Ariapota?
The pincode of Ariapota is 721429.
What is the population of Ariapota?
Ariapota had a total population of 677, including 354 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Ariapota?
Ariapota had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ariapota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ariapota was 95.17%. Male literacy was 98.19% and female literacy was 91.70%.