Bhawargarh - Sendhwa, Barwani
Bhawargarh is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Bakhtariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawargarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawargarh is 478646. The village covers a total geographical area of 0.45 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhawargarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhawargarh
According to the 2011 Census, Bhawargarh village had a total population of 683 people, including 344 males and 339 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.12%, with male literacy at 52.19% and female literacy at 29.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 584.
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 | 683 | 344 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 293 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 143 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 201 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawargarh
Bhawargarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondi | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Malwan | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Solwan | South | 4.60 km |
| Shahpura | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Bakhatariya | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Achhali | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Bhamanya | North | 5.31 km |
| Kolki | South-East | 5.94 km |
| Kakariya | North | 6.49 km |
| Muhala | East | 6.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhawargarh
Bhawargarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Betavad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 km.
| 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 Sendhwa to Bhawargarh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Bhawargarh is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawargarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawargarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhawargarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawargarh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhawargarh
Where is Bhawargarh located?
Bhawargarh village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawargarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawargarh is Bakhtariya.
What is the pincode of Bhawargarh?
The pincode of Bhawargarh is 451666.
What is the population of Bhawargarh?
Bhawargarh had a total population of 683, including 344 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Bhawargarh?
Bhawargarh had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawargarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawargarh was 41.12%. Male literacy was 52.19% and female literacy was 29.50%.