Aroda - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Aroda is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Aroda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aroda is 451401. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Aroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aroda
As per Census 2011, Aroda village has a total population of 1,417 people, consisting of 764 males and 653 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 618 literate and 799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aroda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,417 | 764 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 158 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 158 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 425 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 339 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Aroda
Aroda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Benipura | East | 1.53 km |
| Gohara | West | 2.03 km |
| Mewra | North | 2.54 km |
| Laxmanpura Bijepur | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Bichpuri | North | 3.79 km |
| Khurdwara | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Ahiri | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Gurja | North | 4.46 km |
| Dhamini | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Shahpur Khurd | South | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aroda
Aroda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bijaipur Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Aroda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Aroda is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aroda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Aroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aroda 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 Aroda
Where is Aroda located?
Aroda village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aroda?
Aroda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aroda?
The pincode of Aroda is 476332.
What is the population of Aroda?
Aroda has a total population of 1,417, including 764 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Aroda?
There are 304 households in Aroda.
What is the literacy rate in Aroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aroda is 43.61%. Male literacy is 55.63% and female literacy is 29.56%.