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
As per Census 2011, Baghad village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 179 males and 154 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baghad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 179 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 333, including 179 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Baghad?
There are 58 households in Baghad.
What is the literacy rate in Baghad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghad is 46.25%. Male literacy is 53.63% and female literacy is 37.66%.