Bairagi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bairagi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Alwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairagi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairagi is 502090. The village covers a total geographical area of 721.21 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Burhar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bairagi 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 Bairagi
According to the 2011 Census, Bairagi village had a total population of 497 people, including 251 males and 246 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.90%, with male literacy at 67.31% and female literacy at 46.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 320.
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 | 497 | 251 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 163 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 140 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 111 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Bairagi
Bairagi 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 Bairagi
Bairagi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Burhar to Bairagi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Bairagi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairagi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairagi 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 Bairagi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairagi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bairagi
Where is Bairagi located?
Bairagi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairagi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairagi is Alwar.
What is the pincode of Bairagi?
The pincode of Bairagi is 484887.
What is the population of Bairagi?
Bairagi had a total population of 497, including 251 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Bairagi?
Bairagi had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bairagi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairagi was 56.90%. Male literacy was 67.31% and female literacy was 46.34%.