Bharipura Kalan - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Bharipura Kalan is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Atoot Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharipura Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharipura Kalan is 505978. The village covers a total geographical area of 596.24 hectares and falls under the 450114 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bharipura 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 Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharipura Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bharipura Kalan village had a total population of 571 people, including 295 males and 276 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.44%, with male literacy at 54.12% and female literacy at 38.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 525.
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 | 571 | 295 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 525 | 269 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 138 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 157 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Bharipura Kalan
Bharipura 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 Bharipura Kalan
Bharipura Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Bharipura Kalan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Bharipura Kalan is about 50 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 Bharipura Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharipura Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bharipura 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 Bharipura Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharipura Kalan
Where is Bharipura Kalan located?
Bharipura Kalan village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharipura Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharipura Kalan is Atoot Khas.
What is the pincode of Bharipura Kalan?
The pincode of Bharipura Kalan is 450114.
What is the population of Bharipura Kalan?
Bharipura Kalan had a total population of 571, including 295 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Bharipura Kalan?
Bharipura Kalan had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharipura Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharipura Kalan was 46.44%. Male literacy was 54.12% and female literacy was 38.14%.