Barjhar - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Barjhar is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Barzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjhar is 476592. The village covers a total geographical area of 973.16 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Barjhar village had a total population of 1,820 people, including 926 males and 894 females, living in 359 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.59%, with male literacy at 72.76% and female literacy at 51.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 426, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 1,820 | 926 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 225 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 593 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 333 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Barjhar
Barjhar 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 Barjhar
Barjhar 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 Barjhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barwaha to Barjhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Barjhar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjhar 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 Barjhar
Where is Barjhar located?
Barjhar village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barjhar is Barzar.
What is the pincode of Barjhar?
The pincode of Barjhar is 451115.
What is the population of Barjhar?
Barjhar had a total population of 1,820, including 926 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Barjhar?
Barjhar had 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjhar was 62.59%. Male literacy was 72.76% and female literacy was 51.82%.