Arangaon - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Arangaon is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Jamkhed and around 92 km from Ahmadnagar. Arangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arangaon is 558653. The village covers a total geographical area of 2417 hectares and falls under the 413201 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Arangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arangaon
As per Census 2011, Arangaon village has a total population of 3,146 people, consisting of 1,646 males and 1,500 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,993 literate and 1,153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,146 | 1,646 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 177 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 187 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,993 | 1,192 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 454 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Arangaon
Arangaon 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 Arangaon
Arangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Arangaon is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Arangaon
Where is Arangaon located?
Arangaon village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arangaon?
Arangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arangaon?
The pincode of Arangaon is 413201.
What is the population of Arangaon?
Arangaon has a total population of 3,146, including 1,646 males and 1,500 females.
How many households are there in Arangaon?
There are 715 households in Arangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Arangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arangaon is 63.35%. Male literacy is 72.42% and female literacy is 53.40%.