Belam Bujurg - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Belam Bujurg is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Belam Bujurg village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belam Bujurg is 476698. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.05 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Belam Bujurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belam Bujurg
As per Census 2011, Belam Bujurg village has a total population of 896 people, consisting of 470 males and 426 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belam Bujurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 470 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 62 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 127 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 363 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 107 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Belam Bujurg
Belam Bujurg 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 Belam Bujurg
Public transport in the Belam Bujurg is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Belam Bujurg.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Belam Bujurg is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Belam Bujurg is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belam Bujurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belam Bujurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belam Bujurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belam Bujurg 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 Belam Bujurg
Where is Belam Bujurg located?
Belam Bujurg village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belam Bujurg?
Belam Bujurg is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belam Bujurg?
The pincode of Belam Bujurg is 451115.
What is the population of Belam Bujurg?
Belam Bujurg has a total population of 896, including 470 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Belam Bujurg?
There are 194 households in Belam Bujurg.
What is the literacy rate in Belam Bujurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belam Bujurg is 67.30%. Male literacy is 77.23% and female literacy is 56.34%.