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
According to the 2011 Census, Aghanwan village had a total population of 1,237 people, including 631 males and 606 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.79%, with male literacy at 87.70% and female literacy at 63.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 1,237 | 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 had a total population of 1,237, including 631 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Aghanwan?
Aghanwan had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aghanwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aghanwan was 75.79%. Male literacy was 87.70% and female literacy was 63.15%.