Arud - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Arud is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Arud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arud is 506150. The village covers a total geographical area of 1184.98 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Arud 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 Arud
According to the 2011 Census, Arud village had a total population of 6,322 people, including 3,263 males and 3,059 females, living in 1,232 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.53%, with male literacy at 75.44% and female literacy at 59.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,153.
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 | 6,322 | 3,263 | 3,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 874 | 445 | 429 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 147 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,153 | 1,094 | 1,059 |
| Literate Population | 3,679 | 2,126 | 1,553 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,643 | 1,137 | 1,506 |
Nearby Villages of Arud
Arud 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 Arud
Arud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandhana to Arud is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Arud is about 30 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 Arud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arud
Where is Arud located?
Arud village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arud?
Arud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arud?
The pincode of Arud is 450001.
What is the population of Arud?
Arud had a total population of 6,322, including 3,263 males and 3,059 females.
How many households are there in Arud?
Arud had 1,232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arud was 67.53%. Male literacy was 75.44% and female literacy was 59.05%.