Aghanwan - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Aghanwan is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Aghanwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aghanwan is 477218. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.4 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Aghanwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aghanwan
As per Census 2011, Aghanwan village has a total population of 1,237 people, consisting of 631 males and 606 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 814 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aghanwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 631 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 485 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 146 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Aghanwan
Aghanwan 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 Aghanwan
Aghanwan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kasrawad to Aghanwan is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Aghanwan is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aghanwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aghanwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Aghanwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aghanwan 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 Aghanwan
Where is Aghanwan located?
Aghanwan village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aghanwan?
Aghanwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aghanwan?
The pincode of Aghanwan is 451001.
What is the population of Aghanwan?
Aghanwan has a total population of 1,237, including 631 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Aghanwan?
There are 223 households in Aghanwan.
What is the literacy rate in Aghanwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aghanwan is 65.80%. Male literacy is 76.86% and female literacy is 54.29%.