Baidara - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Baidara is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Deora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baidara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baidara is 502143. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.55 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Baidara 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 Baidara
According to the 2011 Census, Baidara village had a total population of 487 people, including 247 males and 240 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.98%, with male literacy at 54.81% and female literacy at 36.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 444.
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 | 487 | 247 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 227 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 114 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 133 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Baidara
Baidara 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 Baidara
Baidara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Baidara is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Baidara is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baidara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baidara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baidara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baidara 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 Baidara
Where is Baidara located?
Baidara village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baidara?
The Gram Panchayat of Baidara is Deora.
What is the pincode of Baidara?
The pincode of Baidara is 484881.
What is the population of Baidara?
Baidara had a total population of 487, including 247 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Baidara?
Baidara had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baidara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baidara was 45.98%. Male literacy was 54.81% and female literacy was 36.32%.