Arjala - Jaora, Ratlam
Arjala is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Arjala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjala is 470159. The village covers a total geographical area of 782 hectares and falls under the 457118 pincode. Tal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Arjala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjala
As per Census 2011, Arjala village has a total population of 2,342 people, consisting of 1,201 males and 1,141 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,072 literate and 1,270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,585 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,342 | 1,201 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 188 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,585 | 820 | 765 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 654 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,270 | 547 | 723 |
Nearby Villages of Arjala
Arjala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mindli | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Lod | South | 2.89 km |
| Nagpipalya | North | 3.34 km |
| Bardiya Goyal | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Hatpiplya | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Roopdi | East | 4.28 km |
| Kitu Khedi | North | 4.72 km |
| Hebat Kheda | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Lakhma Khedi | North-West | 5.09 km |
| Batwadiya | East | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arjala
Arjala 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 Jaora, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tal to Arjala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Arjala is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arjala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arjala
Where is Arjala located?
Arjala village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjala?
Arjala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arjala?
The pincode of Arjala is 457118.
What is the population of Arjala?
Arjala has a total population of 2,342, including 1,201 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Arjala?
There are 479 households in Arjala.
What is the literacy rate in Arjala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjala is 45.77%. Male literacy is 54.45% and female literacy is 36.63%.