Bhurighati - Petlawad, Jhabua
Bhurighati is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Panchpipla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhurighati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurighati is 504384. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.87 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhurighati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhurighati
According to the 2011 Census, Bhurighati village had a total population of 371 people, including 184 males and 187 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.28%, with male literacy at 54.36% and female literacy at 28.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 371.
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 | 371 | 184 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 184 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 81 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 103 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Bhurighati
Bhurighati 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 Bhurighati
Bhurighati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Bhurighati is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Bhurighati is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhurighati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurighati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhurighati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurighati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhurighati
Where is Bhurighati located?
Bhurighati village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhurighati?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhurighati is Panchpipla.
What is the pincode of Bhurighati?
The pincode of Bhurighati is 457770.
What is the population of Bhurighati?
Bhurighati had a total population of 371, including 184 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Bhurighati?
Bhurighati had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurighati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhurighati was 41.28%. Male literacy was 54.36% and female literacy was 28.19%.