Aranya Charan - Bhanpura, Mandsaur
Aranya Charan is a village situated in the Bhanpura tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpura and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Arniya Charan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aranya Charan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aranya Charan is 469077. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 458001 pincode. Bhanpura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Aranya Charan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aranya Charan
As per Census 2011, Aranya Charan village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 295 males and 256 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aranya Charan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 295 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 174 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 121 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Aranya Charan
Aranya Charan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunari | East | 1.62 km |
| Bhawanipura | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Babulda | South | 1.87 km |
| Kanwali | North | 2.01 km |
| Raipuriya | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Bilkhedi | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Toranya | East | 3.00 km |
| Barkhedi | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Kukdeshwara | South | 3.96 km |
| Sandalpur | North-East | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aranya Charan
Aranya Charan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanpura to Aranya Charan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Aranya Charan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aranya Charan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aranya Charan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aranya Charan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aranya Charan 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 Aranya Charan
Where is Aranya Charan located?
Aranya Charan village is located in Bhanpura Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aranya Charan?
The Gram Panchayat of Aranya Charan is Arniya Charan.
What is the pincode of Aranya Charan?
The pincode of Aranya Charan is 458001.
What is the population of Aranya Charan?
Aranya Charan has a total population of 551, including 295 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Aranya Charan?
There are 140 households in Aranya Charan.
What is the literacy rate in Aranya Charan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aranya Charan is 45.01%. Male literacy is 58.98% and female literacy is 28.91%.