Arangaon - Barshi, Solapur
Arangaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Arangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arangaon is 562066. The village covers a total geographical area of 604 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arangaon
As per Census 2011, Arangaon village has a total population of 807 people, consisting of 421 males and 386 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 521 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 807 | 421 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 72 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 83 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 302 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 119 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Arangaon
Arangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tawadi | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Dhotre | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Kuslamb | North | 3.04 km |
| Jamgaon (agalgaon) | West | 3.18 km |
| Khamgaon | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Wanewadi | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Tandulwadi | South | 4.62 km |
| Phaphalwadi | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Bhoyare | North-West | 5.20 km |
| Puri | North-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arangaon
Arangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuslamb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barshi to Arangaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Arangaon is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arangaon
Where is Arangaon located?
Arangaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur 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 413401.
What is the population of Arangaon?
Arangaon has a total population of 807, including 421 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Arangaon?
There are 170 households in Arangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Arangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arangaon is 64.56%. Male literacy is 71.73% and female literacy is 56.74%.