Barjhar - Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar, Alirajpur
Barjhar is a village situated in the Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Bhavra and around 50 km from Alirajpur. Barjhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjhar is 504908. The village covers a total geographical area of 1528.21 hectares and falls under the 457882 pincode. Bhavra is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Barjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barjhar
As per Census 2011, Barjhar village has a total population of 7,582 people, consisting of 3,837 males and 3,745 females. The village has 1,465 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,954 literate and 4,628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,582 | 3,837 | 3,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,310 | 716 | 594 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 177 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,102 | 3,054 | 3,048 |
| Literate Population | 2,954 | 1,666 | 1,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,628 | 2,171 | 2,457 |
Nearby Villages of Barjhar
Barjhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borkundiya | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Ringol | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Mahendra | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Khutaja Bada | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Badgaon | South | 4.23 km |
| Borka Aara | South | 5.79 km |
| Deetya Ka Falya | South-East | 5.98 km |
| Koriya Pan | South-East | 6.21 km |
| Khutaja Chhota | South-East | 6.61 km |
| Jholiya | South-West | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barjhar
Barjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dahod, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhavra to Barjhar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Barjhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barjhar
Where is Barjhar located?
Barjhar village is located in Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barjhar?
Barjhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barjhar?
The pincode of Barjhar is 457882.
What is the population of Barjhar?
Barjhar has a total population of 7,582, including 3,837 males and 3,745 females.
How many households are there in Barjhar?
There are 1,465 households in Barjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Barjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjhar is 38.96%. Male literacy is 43.42% and female literacy is 34.39%.