Aranya - Ladpura, Kota
Aranya is a village situated in the Ladpura tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladpura and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Godliya Heri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aranya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aranya is 102036. The village covers a total geographical area of 425 hectares and falls under the 325203 pincode. Kaithoon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Aranya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ladpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aranya
As per Census 2011, Aranya village has a total population of 830 people, consisting of 433 males and 397 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 479 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aranya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 433 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 479 | 244 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 306 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 127 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Aranya
Aranya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Morpa | East | 1.86 km |
| Chaipura | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Khera | West | 2.85 km |
| Godalyaheri | East | 3.38 km |
| Kethori | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Jalkhera | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Bhojpura | West | 3.92 km |
| Tather | North | 3.95 km |
| Kishanpura Kaithoon | South-East | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aranya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Aranya. The nearest railway station is Digod, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kaithoon to Aranya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kota to Aranya is about 25 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 Aranya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aranya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Aranya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aranya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aranya
Where is Aranya located?
Aranya village is located in Ladpura Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aranya?
The Gram Panchayat of Aranya is Godliya Heri.
What is the pincode of Aranya?
The pincode of Aranya is 325203.
What is the population of Aranya?
Aranya has a total population of 830, including 433 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Aranya?
There are 141 households in Aranya.
What is the literacy rate in Aranya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aranya is 59.28%. Male literacy is 70.67% and female literacy is 46.85%.