Bairagarh - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Bairagarh is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bairagarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairagarh is 490899. The village covers a total geographical area of 689.62 hectares and falls under the 487881 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bairagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairagarh
As per Census 2011, Bairagarh village has a total population of 2,266 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,057 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,207 literate and 1,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairagarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,266 | 1,209 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 154 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 320 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 761 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 448 | 611 |
Nearby Villages of Bairagarh
Bairagarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujanpur | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Dangarhai | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Barha | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Tudni | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Rahma | North | 4.03 km |
| Dhadaw Padaw | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Lawasar | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Guwari | South | 4.45 km |
| Ikloni | East | 4.71 km |
| Kuklor | East | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairagarh
Bairagarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gadarwara to Bairagarh is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bairagarh is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bairagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairagarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bairagarh
Where is Bairagarh located?
Bairagarh village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairagarh?
Bairagarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bairagarh?
The pincode of Bairagarh is 487881.
What is the population of Bairagarh?
Bairagarh has a total population of 2,266, including 1,209 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Bairagarh?
There are 518 households in Bairagarh.
What is the literacy rate in Bairagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairagarh is 53.27%. Male literacy is 62.94% and female literacy is 42.19%.