Aroud - Dhamtari
Aroud is a village situated in the Dhamtari tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Dhamtari, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Araud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aroud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aroud is 447158. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.83 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Dhamtari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Aroud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamtari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aroud
As per Census 2011, Aroud village has a total population of 1,401 people, consisting of 672 males and 729 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 902 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 480 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aroud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,401 | 672 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 85 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 232 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 902 | 496 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 176 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Aroud
Aroud 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 Aroud
Aroud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Aroud.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dhamtari to Aroud is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Aroud is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aroud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aroud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aroud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aroud 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 Aroud
Where is Aroud located?
Aroud village is located in Dhamtari Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aroud?
The Gram Panchayat of Aroud is Araud.
What is the pincode of Aroud?
The pincode of Aroud is 493773.
What is the population of Aroud?
Aroud has a total population of 1,401, including 672 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Aroud?
There are 319 households in Aroud.
What is the literacy rate in Aroud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aroud is 64.38%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 55.69%.