Kalbarad - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kalbarad is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ahirkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalbarad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalbarad is 477388. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.24 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kalbarad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalbarad
As per Census 2011, Kalbarad village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 352 males and 312 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 373 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalbarad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 352 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 89 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 196 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 160 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 192 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Kalbarad
Kalbarad 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 Kalbarad
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kalbarad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Kalbarad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kalbarad is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalbarad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalbarad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalbarad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalbarad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalbarad
Where is Kalbarad located?
Kalbarad village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalbarad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalbarad is Ahirkheda.
What is the pincode of Kalbarad?
The pincode of Kalbarad is 451113.
What is the population of Kalbarad?
Kalbarad has a total population of 664, including 352 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Kalbarad?
There are 104 households in Kalbarad.
What is the literacy rate in Kalbarad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalbarad is 39.76%. Male literacy is 45.45% and female literacy is 33.33%.