Begda - Jobat, Alirajpur
Begda is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Sagota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begda is 504963. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.34 hectares and falls under the 457887 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Begda 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 Begda
According to the 2011 Census, Begda village had a total population of 509 people, including 258 males and 251 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.73%, with male literacy at 12.11% and female literacy at 5.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
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 | 509 | 258 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 258 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 235 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Begda
Begda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagota | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Bhordu | South | 1.71 km |
| Agoni | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Chichlana | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Kanera | West | 4.21 km |
| Band | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Panwani | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Ekdhadi | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Chhoti Sardi | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Badi Sardi | North-West | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Begda
Begda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jobat to Begda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Begda is about 17 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 Begda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Begda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Begda
Where is Begda located?
Begda village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begda?
The Gram Panchayat of Begda is Sagota.
What is the pincode of Begda?
The pincode of Begda is 457887.
What is the population of Begda?
Begda had a total population of 509, including 258 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Begda?
Begda had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begda was 8.73%. Male literacy was 12.11% and female literacy was 5.32%.