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
As per Census 2011, Barjhar village has a total population of 1,820 people, consisting of 926 males and 894 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 992 literate and 828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barjhar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,820, including 926 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Barjhar?
There are 359 households in Barjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Barjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjhar is 54.51%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 44.63%.