Barud - Khargone, Khargone (West Nimar)
Barud is a village situated in the Khargone tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Khargone, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barud is 477560. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.63 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagwanpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barud
According to the 2011 Census, Barud village had a total population of 10,389 people, including 5,371 males and 5,018 females, living in 2,220 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.43%, with male literacy at 84.46% and female literacy at 61.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,810, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,829.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,389 | 5,371 | 5,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,385 | 705 | 680 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,810 | 911 | 899 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,829 | 964 | 865 |
| Literate Population | 6,612 | 3,941 | 2,671 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,777 | 1,430 | 2,347 |
Nearby Villages of Barud
Barud 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 Barud
Barud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khargone to Barud is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barud 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 Barud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barud 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 Barud
Where is Barud located?
Barud village is located in Khargone Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barud?
Barud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barud?
The pincode of Barud is 451001.
What is the population of Barud?
Barud had a total population of 10,389, including 5,371 males and 5,018 females.
How many households are there in Barud?
Barud had 2,220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barud was 73.43%. Male literacy was 84.46% and female literacy was 61.57%.