Aghawan - Khargone, Khargone (West Nimar)
Aghawan is a village situated in the Khargone tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Khargone, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Aghavn serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aghawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aghawan is 477582. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.68 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Aghawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Aghawan
As per Census 2011, Aghawan village has a total population of 1,628 people, consisting of 807 males and 821 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,130 literate and 498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aghawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 807 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 67 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 129 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 669 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 138 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Aghawan
Aghawan 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 Aghawan
Aghawan 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 Khargone to Aghawan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aghawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aghawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aghawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aghawan 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 Aghawan
Where is Aghawan located?
Aghawan village is located in Khargone Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aghawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Aghawan is Aghavn.
What is the pincode of Aghawan?
The pincode of Aghawan is 451001.
What is the population of Aghawan?
Aghawan has a total population of 1,628, including 807 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Aghawan?
There are 299 households in Aghawan.
What is the literacy rate in Aghawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aghawan is 69.41%. Male literacy is 82.90% and female literacy is 56.15%.