Ardala Khurd - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Ardala Khurd is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Jamli Rajgarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ardala Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ardala Khurd is 506133. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.88 hectares and falls under the 450661 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ardala Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Ardala Khurd village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 245 males and 254 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ardala Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 245 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 38 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 199 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 156 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 89 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Ardala Khurd
Ardala Khurd 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 Khurd
Public transport in the Ardala Khurd is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandhana to Ardala Khurd is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Ardala Khurd is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ardala Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ardala Khurd 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 Ardala Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Ardala Khurd located?
Ardala Khurd village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ardala Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Ardala Khurd is Jamli Rajgarha.
What is the pincode of Ardala Khurd?
The pincode of Ardala Khurd is 450661.
What is the population of Ardala Khurd?
Ardala Khurd has a total population of 499, including 245 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Ardala Khurd?
There are 118 households in Ardala Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Ardala Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ardala Khurd is 51.10%. Male literacy is 63.67% and female literacy is 38.98%.