Arron - Piprai, Ashoknagar
Arron is a village situated in the Piprai tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Chanderi and around 80 km from Ashoknagar. Arron village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arron is 500248. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.81 hectares and falls under the 473440 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Arron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arron
As per Census 2011, Arron village has a total population of 1,572 people, consisting of 819 males and 753 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 497 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arron are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,572 | 819 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 199 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 258 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 378 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 441 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Arron
Arron 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beegha | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Bheelari | West | 2.17 km |
| Mitha Kheda | East | 2.74 km |
| Khalilpur | South | 2.80 km |
| Sarsela | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Hans Nagar | South | 3.31 km |
| Kalpi | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Barkheda Chanderi | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Ghosi Dhana | North | 3.88 km |
| Pandri Seharai | West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arron
Arron is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Guneru Bamori, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chanderi to Arron is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Arron is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Arron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arron 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 Arron
Where is Arron located?
Arron village is located in Piprai Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arron?
Arron is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arron?
The pincode of Arron is 473440.
What is the population of Arron?
Arron has a total population of 1,572, including 819 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Arron?
There are 319 households in Arron.
What is the literacy rate in Arron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arron is 38.17%. Male literacy is 46.15% and female literacy is 29.48%.