Bahegawan - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bahegawan is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bahegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahegawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahegawan is 477051. The village covers a total geographical area of 661.4 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bahegawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahegawan
As per Census 2011, Bahegawan village has a total population of 2,487 people, consisting of 1,233 males and 1,254 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,449 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahegawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,487 | 1,233 | 1,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 184 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 119 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,449 | 850 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 383 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Bahegawan
Bahegawan 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 Bahegawan
Public transport in the Bahegawan 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 Mandleshwar to Bahegawan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bahegawan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahegawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahegawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahegawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahegawan 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahegawan
Where is Bahegawan located?
Bahegawan village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahegawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahegawan is Bahegaon.
What is the pincode of Bahegawan?
The pincode of Bahegawan is 451225.
What is the population of Bahegawan?
Bahegawan has a total population of 2,487, including 1,233 males and 1,254 females.
How many households are there in Bahegawan?
There are 503 households in Bahegawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bahegawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahegawan is 58.26%. Male literacy is 68.94% and female literacy is 47.77%.