Bhaigawa - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bhaigawa is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kithud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaigawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaigawa is 476706. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.78 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhaigawa 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 Bhaigawa
As per Census 2011, Bhaigawa village has a total population of 336 people, consisting of 170 males and 166 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhaigawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 170 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 154 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 132 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 38 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaigawa
Bhaigawa 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 Bhaigawa
Bhaigawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Bhaigawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Bhaigawa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bhaigawa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaigawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaigawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhaigawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaigawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bhaigawa
Where is Bhaigawa located?
Bhaigawa village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaigawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaigawa is Kithud.
What is the pincode of Bhaigawa?
The pincode of Bhaigawa is 451115.
What is the population of Bhaigawa?
Bhaigawa has a total population of 336, including 170 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Bhaigawa?
There are 98 households in Bhaigawa.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaigawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaigawa is 66.07%. Male literacy is 77.65% and female literacy is 54.22%.