Barhad - Mehgaon, Bhind
Barhad is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Barhad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhad is 453077. The village covers a total geographical area of 1643.23 hectares and falls under the 477117 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Barhad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhad
As per Census 2011, Barhad village has a total population of 4,509 people, consisting of 2,465 males and 2,044 females. The village has 729 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 599 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,081 literate and 1,428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,509 | 2,465 | 2,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 307 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 207 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,081 | 1,863 | 1,218 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,428 | 602 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Barhad
Barhad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parrawan | South | 3.00 km |
| Amritpura | North | 3.13 km |
| Pachera | East | 3.29 km |
| Meghpura | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Bahua | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Dhanoli | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Gigarkhi | West | 3.96 km |
| Hira Pura | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Moroli | North | 4.25 km |
| Jalharipura | North-West | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barhad
Barhad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Asokhar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mehgaon to Barhad is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Barhad is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhad 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barhad
Where is Barhad located?
Barhad village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhad?
Barhad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barhad?
The pincode of Barhad is 477117.
What is the population of Barhad?
Barhad has a total population of 4,509, including 2,465 males and 2,044 females.
How many households are there in Barhad?
There are 729 households in Barhad.
What is the literacy rate in Barhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhad is 68.33%. Male literacy is 75.58% and female literacy is 59.59%.