Baghad - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Baghad is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Sarfa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghad is 502031. The village falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baghad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baghad
According to the 2011 Census, Baghad village had a total population of 333 people, including 179 males and 154 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.00%, with male literacy at 65.31% and female literacy at 43.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
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 | 333 | 179 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 174 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 96 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 83 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Baghad
Baghad 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 Baghad
Baghad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shahdol to Baghad is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Baghad is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baghad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghad 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 Baghad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghad 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 Baghad
Where is Baghad located?
Baghad village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baghad?
The Gram Panchayat of Baghad is Sarfa.
What is the pincode of Baghad?
The pincode of Baghad is 484881.
What is the population of Baghad?
Baghad had a total population of 333, including 179 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Baghad?
Baghad had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baghad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghad was 55.00%. Male literacy was 65.31% and female literacy was 43.61%.