Aroda - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Aroda is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kundiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aroda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aroda is 476599. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.06 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Aroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aroda
According to the 2011 Census, Aroda village had a total population of 682 people, including 355 males and 327 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.67%, with male literacy at 87.99% and female literacy at 72.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 682 | 355 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 249 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 106 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Aroda
Aroda 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 Aroda
Aroda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Aroda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barwaha to Aroda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Aroda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aroda 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 Aroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aroda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aroda
Where is Aroda located?
Aroda village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aroda?
The Gram Panchayat of Aroda is Kundiya.
What is the pincode of Aroda?
The pincode of Aroda is 451115.
What is the population of Aroda?
Aroda had a total population of 682, including 355 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Aroda?
Aroda had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aroda was 80.67%. Male literacy was 87.99% and female literacy was 72.55%.