Baradiya Puna - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Baradiya Puna is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Bardiya Puna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baradiya Puna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baradiya Puna is 469453. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Baradiya Puna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baradiya Puna
As per Census 2011, Baradiya Puna village has a total population of 883 people, consisting of 450 males and 433 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baradiya Puna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 883 | 450 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 180 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 278 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 172 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Baradiya Puna
Baradiya Puna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhangdi | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Bhagori | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Jamuniya | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Nipaniya | West | 2.38 km |
| Ramkhedi | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Takrawad | South | 3.06 km |
| Chhayan | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Deori | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Melkheda | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Semlihada | South-East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baradiya Puna
Baradiya Puna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamgarh to Baradiya Puna is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Baradiya Puna is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baradiya Puna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baradiya Puna 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baradiya Puna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baradiya Puna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baradiya Puna
Where is Baradiya Puna located?
Baradiya Puna village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baradiya Puna?
The Gram Panchayat of Baradiya Puna is Bardiya Puna.
What is the pincode of Baradiya Puna?
The pincode of Baradiya Puna is 458883.
What is the population of Baradiya Puna?
Baradiya Puna has a total population of 883, including 450 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Baradiya Puna?
There are 217 households in Baradiya Puna.
What is the literacy rate in Baradiya Puna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baradiya Puna is 47.34%. Male literacy is 61.78% and female literacy is 32.33%.