Arandwal - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Arandwal is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from Kondagaon and around 113 km from Jagdalpur. Ranapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arandwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arandwal is 448747. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.33 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Arandwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arandwal
According to the 2011 Census, Arandwal village had a total population of 263 people, including 112 males and 151 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,348 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.14%, with male literacy at 35.87% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 263 | 112 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 20 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 112 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 79 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Arandwal
Arandwal 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 Arandwal
Arandwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kondagaon to Arandwal is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Arandwal is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arandwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arandwal 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 Arandwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arandwal 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 Arandwal
Where is Arandwal located?
Arandwal village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arandwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Arandwal is Ranapal.
What is the pincode of Arandwal?
The pincode of Arandwal is 494226.
What is the population of Arandwal?
Arandwal had a total population of 263, including 112 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Arandwal?
Arandwal had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arandwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arandwal was 36.14%. Male literacy was 35.87% and female literacy was 36.36%.