Bardia - Petlawad, Jhabua
Bardia is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Khoriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bardia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bardia is 504220. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.91 hectares and falls under the 457773 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Bardia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bardia
As per Census 2011, Bardia village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 292 males and 297 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 438 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bardia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 292 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 217 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 141 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 151 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Bardia
Bardia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanumangarh | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Khodri | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Khoriya | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Hanumatya | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Rupgarh | South | 2.48 km |
| Dadia | West | 2.87 km |
| Jhonsar | West | 3.27 km |
| Suwarpada | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Anant Khedi | East | 3.94 km |
| Ralyawan | South | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bardia
Bardia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| 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 Petlawad to Bardia is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Bardia is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bardia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bardia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bardia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bardia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bardia
Where is Bardia located?
Bardia village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bardia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bardia is Khoriya.
What is the pincode of Bardia?
The pincode of Bardia is 457773.
What is the population of Bardia?
Bardia has a total population of 589, including 292 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Bardia?
There are 119 households in Bardia.
What is the literacy rate in Bardia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bardia is 43.46%. Male literacy is 48.29% and female literacy is 38.72%.