Baigandi - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Baigandi is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Begandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baigandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baigandi is 477173. The village covers a total geographical area of 836.9 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Baigandi 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 Baigandi
As per Census 2011, Baigandi village has a total population of 1,816 people, consisting of 901 males and 915 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 957 literate and 859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baigandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 901 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 146 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,129 | 536 | 593 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 567 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 334 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Baigandi
Baigandi 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 Baigandi
Baigandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kasrawad to Baigandi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Baigandi is about 35 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 Baigandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baigandi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baigandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baigandi 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 Baigandi
Where is Baigandi located?
Baigandi village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baigandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Baigandi is Begandi.
What is the pincode of Baigandi?
The pincode of Baigandi is 451001.
What is the population of Baigandi?
Baigandi has a total population of 1,816, including 901 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Baigandi?
There are 410 households in Baigandi.
What is the literacy rate in Baigandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baigandi is 52.70%. Male literacy is 62.93% and female literacy is 42.62%.