Arda(Mal) - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Arda(Mal) is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 208 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Arda serves as the Village Panchayat for Arda(Mal) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arda(Mal) is 540086. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.49 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Arda(Mal) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arda(Mal)
According to the 2011 Census, Arda(Mal) village had a total population of 671 people, including 300 males and 371 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,237 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.81%, with male literacy at 63.60% and female literacy at 51.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 671 | 300 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 28 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 173 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 127 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Arda(Mal)
Arda(Mal) 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 Arda(Mal)
Public transport in the Arda(Mal) 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 Mancherial to Arda(Mal) is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Arda(Mal) is about 208 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arda(Mal)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arda(Mal) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arda(Mal)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arda(Mal) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Arda(Mal)
Where is Arda(Mal) located?
Arda(Mal) village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Arda(Mal)?
The Village Panchayat of Arda(Mal) is Arda.
What is the pincode of Arda(Mal)?
The pincode of Arda(Mal) is 442504.
What is the population of Arda(Mal)?
Arda(Mal) had a total population of 671, including 300 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Arda(Mal)?
Arda(Mal) had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arda(Mal)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arda(Mal) was 56.81%. Male literacy was 63.60% and female literacy was 51.08%.