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 Gram 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)
As per Census 2011, Arda(Mal) village has a total population of 671 people, consisting of 300 males and 371 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,236 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arda(Mal) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 300 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 28 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Arda(Mal)?
The Gram 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) has a total population of 671, including 300 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Arda(Mal)?
There are 188 households in Arda(Mal).
What is the literacy rate in Arda(Mal)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arda(Mal) is 50.37%. Male literacy is 57.67% and female literacy is 44.47%.