Bajad - Rajpur, Barwani
Bajad is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Agalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajad is 478361. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.7 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bajad 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 Bajad
According to the 2011 Census, Bajad village had a total population of 758 people, including 368 males and 390 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.75%, with male literacy at 79.14% and female literacy at 48.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 728.
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 | 758 | 368 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 728 | 353 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 258 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 110 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Bajad
Bajad 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 Bajad
Bajad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rajpur to Bajad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Bajad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bajad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bajad
Where is Bajad located?
Bajad village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bajad?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajad is Agalgaon.
What is the pincode of Bajad?
The pincode of Bajad is 451449.
What is the population of Bajad?
Bajad had a total population of 758, including 368 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Bajad?
Bajad had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajad was 63.75%. Male literacy was 79.14% and female literacy was 48.81%.