Arjungaon - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Arjungaon is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Arjungaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjungaon is 490858. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.19 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Arjungaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjungaon
As per Census 2011, Arjungaon village has a total population of 1,224 people, consisting of 633 males and 591 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 724 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjungaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,224 | 633 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 80 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 152 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 405 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 228 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Arjungaon
Arjungaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keshla | North | 1.77 km |
| Khapa Kalan | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Khapa Khurd | West | 2.37 km |
| Maregaon | East | 3.08 km |
| Kenkara | South | 3.23 km |
| Junheta | West | 3.85 km |
| Sahawan | North | 4.12 km |
| Kharsali | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Kamthi Randhir | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Bijanhai | South | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arjungaon
Arjungaon 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 Junehta, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Arjungaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Arjungaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjungaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjungaon 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 Arjungaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjungaon 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 Arjungaon
Where is Arjungaon located?
Arjungaon village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjungaon?
Arjungaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arjungaon?
The pincode of Arjungaon is 487771.
What is the population of Arjungaon?
Arjungaon has a total population of 1,224, including 633 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Arjungaon?
There are 270 households in Arjungaon.
What is the literacy rate in Arjungaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjungaon is 59.15%. Male literacy is 63.98% and female literacy is 53.98%.