Baghad - Rajpur, Barwani
Baghad is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Baghad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghad is 478389. The village covers a total geographical area of 1249.31 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 28 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baghad
As per Census 2011, Baghad village has a total population of 3,388 people, consisting of 1,700 males and 1,688 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 767 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 693 literate and 2,695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baghad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,388 | 1,700 | 1,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 767 | 377 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,264 | 1,633 | 1,631 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 412 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,695 | 1,288 | 1,407 |
Nearby Villages of Baghad
Baghad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salitanda | North | 2.17 km |
| Jampati | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Naded | North | 3.52 km |
| Kusmi | South | 3.73 km |
| Tighali | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Laphangaon | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Jamanya | East | 4.64 km |
| Salikalan | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Jamli | West | 5.13 km |
| Matmur | North-West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baghad
Public transport in the Baghad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nardana, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 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 Rajpur to Baghad is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Baghad is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baghad?
Baghad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baghad?
The pincode of Baghad is 451449.
What is the population of Baghad?
Baghad has a total population of 3,388, including 1,700 males and 1,688 females.
How many households are there in Baghad?
There are 478 households in Baghad.
What is the literacy rate in Baghad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghad is 20.45%. Male literacy is 24.24% and female literacy is 16.65%.