Aranya

Aranya is a village located in Jirapur tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jirapur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. As per 2009 stats, Arniya is the gram panchayat of Aranya village.

Aranya has its own place in the vibrant Rajgarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Aranya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aranya is 478789. The village spans a total geographical area of 784.67 hectares. Jirapur is nearest town to Aranya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Aranya

Below is a concise population overview of Aranya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,276 648 628
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 188 105 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 100 47 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 735 428 307
Illiterate Population 541 220 321

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Aranya village:

  • The total population of Aranya village is around 1,276, including approximately 648 males and 628 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Aranya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Aranya village has 100 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Aranya village is about 57.60%, with male literacy at 66.05% and female literacy at 48.89%.
  • There are around 272 households in Aranya village.

Connectivity of Aranya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aranya. As per the 2011 stats, Aranya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Aranya

Knowing the nearby villages of Aranya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aranya.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aranya

Where is Aranya located?
Aranya village is situated in Jirapur Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aranya?
The Gram Panchayat of Aranya is Arniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Aranya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aranya is 1,276, with 648 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Aranya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Aranya village has a total of 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aranya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aranya is 57.60%. The male literacy rate is 66.05%, while the female literacy rate is 48.89%.