Aurangpura - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Aurangpura is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Anjangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aurangpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aurangpura is 477472. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.22 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Aurangpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aurangpura
According to the 2011 Census, Aurangpura village had a total population of 1,354 people, including 681 males and 673 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.25%, with male literacy at 72.95% and female literacy at 53.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 552.
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 | 1,354 | 681 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 108 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 112 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 552 | 272 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 418 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 263 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Aurangpura
Aurangpura 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 Aurangpura
Aurangpura 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 Bhikangaon to Aurangpura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Aurangpura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aurangpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aurangpura 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aurangpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aurangpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aurangpura
Where is Aurangpura located?
Aurangpura village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aurangpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Aurangpura is Anjangaon.
What is the pincode of Aurangpura?
The pincode of Aurangpura is 451113.
What is the population of Aurangpura?
Aurangpura had a total population of 1,354, including 681 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Aurangpura?
Aurangpura had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aurangpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aurangpura was 63.25%. Male literacy was 72.95% and female literacy was 53.31%.