Baihar Kalan - Majholi, Jabalpur
Baihar Kalan is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Baiharkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baihar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baihar Kalan is 489338. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.3 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Baihar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baihar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Baihar Kalan village had a total population of 841 people, including 431 males and 410 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.42%, with male literacy at 90.44% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 841 | 431 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 331 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 100 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Baihar Kalan
Baihar Kalan 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 Baihar Kalan
Baihar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Baihar Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Baihar Kalan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Baihar Kalan is about 48 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 Baihar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baihar Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baihar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baihar Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baihar Kalan
Where is Baihar Kalan located?
Baihar Kalan village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baihar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Baihar Kalan is Baiharkala.
What is the pincode of Baihar Kalan?
The pincode of Baihar Kalan is 483225.
What is the population of Baihar Kalan?
Baihar Kalan had a total population of 841, including 431 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Baihar Kalan?
Baihar Kalan had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baihar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baihar Kalan was 81.42%. Male literacy was 90.44% and female literacy was 72.00%.