Bakhatpura - Petlawad, Jhabua
Bakhatpura is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Bakhatpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakhatpura is 504298. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.54 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bakhatpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bakhatpura
According to the 2011 Census, Bakhatpura village had a total population of 45 people, including 26 males and 19 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 731 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.95%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 15.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 15 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bakhatpura
Bakhatpura 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 Bakhatpura
Bakhatpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bakhatpura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Bakhatpura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Bakhatpura is about 72 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 Bakhatpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakhatpura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakhatpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakhatpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bakhatpura
Where is Bakhatpura located?
Bakhatpura village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakhatpura?
Bakhatpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakhatpura?
The pincode of Bakhatpura is 457770.
What is the population of Bakhatpura?
Bakhatpura had a total population of 45, including 26 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Bakhatpura?
Bakhatpura had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhatpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhatpura was 45.95%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 15.38%.