Arenda - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Arenda is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 152 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Arenda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arenda is 539899. The village covers a total geographical area of 1676.46 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 152 km away.
Arenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arenda
According to the 2011 Census, Arenda village had a total population of 481 people, including 227 males and 254 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.96%, with male literacy at 58.62% and female literacy at 49.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 308.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 227 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 24 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 142 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 108 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Arenda
Arenda 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 Arenda
Arenda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Arenda is about 152 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arenda
Where is Arenda located?
Arenda village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Arenda?
Arenda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arenda?
The pincode of Arenda is 442710.
What is the population of Arenda?
Arenda had a total population of 481, including 227 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Arenda?
Arenda had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arenda was 53.96%. Male literacy was 58.62% and female literacy was 49.53%.