Aranpur - Bade Bacheli, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Aranpur is a village situated in the Bade Bacheli tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Kuwakonda and around 55 km from Dantewada. Aranpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aranpur is 450266. The village covers a total geographical area of 1337.22 hectares and falls under the 494556 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Aranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aranpur
As per Census 2011, Aranpur village has a total population of 748 people, consisting of 463 males and 285 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 615 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 595 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 748 | 463 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 66 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 328 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 266 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 197 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Aranpur
Aranpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Acheli | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Pedka | North | 3.58 km |
| Mendpal | East | 3.71 km |
| Kakadi | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Taneli | North | 4.42 km |
| Gumodi | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Porokakadi | South | 5.02 km |
| Madenda | North-East | 6.03 km |
| Potali | East | 6.16 km |
| Porogumodi | South | 6.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aranpur
Aranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jagdalpur to Aranpur is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Aranpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aranpur
Where is Aranpur located?
Aranpur village is located in Bade Bacheli Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aranpur?
Aranpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aranpur?
The pincode of Aranpur is 494556.
What is the population of Aranpur?
Aranpur has a total population of 748, including 463 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Aranpur?
There are 137 households in Aranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Aranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aranpur is 42.51%. Male literacy is 57.45% and female literacy is 18.25%.