Ardala Kalan - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Ardala Kalan is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Tabhi Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ardala Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ardala Kalan is 506114. The village covers a total geographical area of 722.59 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ardala Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ardala Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Ardala Kalan village had a total population of 748 people, including 385 males and 363 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.74%, with male literacy at 70.72% and female literacy at 48.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 664.
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 | 748 | 385 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 341 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 227 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 158 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Ardala Kalan
Ardala Kalan 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 Ardala Kalan
Ardala Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Ardala Kalan is about 22 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 Ardala Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ardala Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ardala Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ardala Kalan 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 Ardala Kalan
Where is Ardala Kalan located?
Ardala Kalan village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ardala Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ardala Kalan is Tabhi Khurd.
What is the pincode of Ardala Kalan?
The pincode of Ardala Kalan is 450001.
What is the population of Ardala Kalan?
Ardala Kalan had a total population of 748, including 385 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Ardala Kalan?
Ardala Kalan had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ardala Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ardala Kalan was 59.74%. Male literacy was 70.72% and female literacy was 48.00%.