Aranya - Biaora, Rajgarh
Aranya is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biaora and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Khanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aranya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aranya is 479658. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.78 hectares and falls under the 465674 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Aranya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aranya
According to the 2011 Census, Aranya village had a total population of 816 people, including 423 males and 393 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.12%, with male literacy at 76.79% and female literacy at 44.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 379.
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 | 816 | 423 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 202 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 268 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 155 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Aranya
Aranya 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 Aranya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Aranya. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Aranya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Aranya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Aranya is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aranya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aranya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aranya
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Aranya
Where is Aranya located?
Aranya village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aranya?
The Gram Panchayat of Aranya is Khanpura.
What is the pincode of Aranya?
The pincode of Aranya is 465674.
What is the population of Aranya?
Aranya had a total population of 816, including 423 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Aranya?
Aranya had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aranya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aranya was 61.12%. Male literacy was 76.79% and female literacy was 44.55%.