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.
Here you can discover what makes Aranya unique in its vibrant Jirapur-Rajgarh region. You’ll see Aranya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Aranya
Population of Aranya
According to the 2011 Census, Aranya has a total population of about 1,276, with approximately 648 males and 628 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.60%, with male literacy at about 66.05% and female literacy near 48.89%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Aranya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.