Pidhay Bujurg - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Pidhay Bujurg is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Piday Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pidhay Bujurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pidhay Bujurg is 476677. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.54 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pidhay 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 Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pidhay Bujurg
As per Census 2011, Pidhay Bujurg village has a total population of 1,156 people, consisting of 586 males and 570 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 763 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pidhay Bujurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,156 | 586 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 64 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 125 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 479 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 107 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Pidhay Bujurg
Pidhay 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 Pidhay Bujurg
Pidhay Bujurg is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Pidhay Bujurg has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Pidhay Bujurg is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Pidhay Bujurg is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pidhay Bujurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pidhay Bujurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pidhay 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 Pidhay Bujurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pidhay Bujurg
Where is Pidhay Bujurg located?
Pidhay Bujurg village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pidhay Bujurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Pidhay Bujurg is Piday Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Pidhay Bujurg?
The pincode of Pidhay Bujurg is 451115.
What is the population of Pidhay Bujurg?
Pidhay Bujurg has a total population of 1,156, including 586 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Pidhay Bujurg?
There are 235 households in Pidhay Bujurg.
What is the literacy rate in Pidhay Bujurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pidhay Bujurg is 66.00%. Male literacy is 81.74% and female literacy is 49.82%.